Tibetan Buddhist Ritual Dagger Phurbu or Vajrakila

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1900: item #1119520
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Antique Tibetan ritual dagger or Phurbu, of typical form with a horse’s head at the top, below which are 3 wrathful heads mounted on a Vajra with the three edged blade emerging from a Makara’s mouth. This Phurbu is probably 19th century, the casting is somewhat provincial but the piece especially the expressive three wrathful heads is quite powerful as I hope the pictures have managed to capture. The dagger measures 8 inches in length.

7 Tibetan Gilt Iron Hooks and Buckles w. Vajra Decor.

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1800: item #1119514
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Antique Tibetan gilt iron fittings with open-work decoration. Three buckles and four hooks in the shape of a vajra. Condition: some rust. Dimension: approx. 11.2 cm and 8.8 cm long, weight: 260 g.

Cloisonne table prayer wheel - Norbulingka temple

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1837 VR: item #1118662

This rare cloisonne table prayer wheel was made in China during the Chia-ch'ing period (1796 - 1820). It was made for the Norbulingka temple palace. The prayer wheel rotates by spinning the rod. In good condition. Nicely decorated with auspicious symbols and a double dorje on the base. Height 12 cm. Diameter 8.5 cm.

Cloisonne offering container - Norbulingka temple

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1837 VR: item #1118660

This cloisonne offering container was made in China for the Norbulingka temple palace in Tibet during the Chia-ch'ing period (1796-1820). The container is in excellent condition and decorated with the auspicious symbols. Height 20 cm. Diameter of the shoulders of the bowl: 12.5 cm.

Bronze Tibetan phurba stand from the Norbulingka temple

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1837 VR: item #1118656

This heavy (2188 grams) bronze phurba stand was made during the Chia-ch'íng period (1796 - 1820) and is from the Norbulingka temple palace. The three sides of the stand are decorated with skulls and dorjes. Height 7.5 cm., length 12.5 cm. In good condition. Without the phurba.

A fine and large ritual dagger (phurba). 19th cent.

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1900: item #1112040
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A fine and large ritual dagger (phurba) in carved wood with remaining traces of colors. The tip of the handle with a vajra-top. Used in Tantric Buddhist rituals for exorcism. Tibet, 19th cent. L 35 cm. Condition: Very good. Signs of wear.

Tibetan gilt copper vishvavajra or double dorje

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1900: item #1109414

The double dorje or vishvavajra is the symbol of Amoghasiddhi. Each part has nine prongs, associated with the nine methods or vehicles (yanas), leading to enlightment in the Nyingma tradition. Size 9.5 cm. In excellent condition. Very beautiful object.

Tibetan rock crystal skull cup with gemstones

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1950: item #1103680

This Tibetan quartz or rock crystal skull cup has a copper stand. The skull cup is decorated with small lapis lazuli, turquoise and rock crystal skulls, blood coral, emerald, ruby. In good condition. Size 23.5 / 16 cm. Height 8.5 cm. (with stand 15 cm.

A Nepalese Copper/ Bronze Figure - Seated Buddha

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1940: item #1101927
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This very fancifully designed Buddha has a very intricate mandorla typical of many Nepalese depictions of the Buddha. The sides of the mandorla are decorated with animals, columns and other designs hard to identify. It is a medium sized copper/bronze Shakyamuni, the historic Buddha is shown with his right arm raised and his right hand facing outward. His left arm rests on his lap with the hand open and facing upwards. He is seated on a round base with multiple faces on the base. Then it sits ... Click for details

Antique Tibetan Jeweled Hat with Coral and Turquoise

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Ritual Objects Pre 1900: item #1090874

This unique old Tibetan or Nepalese hat measures approximately 7.5 x 9 inches on it's interior and about 9 inches x 9 inches by 4 inches deep on it's exterior. The larger turquoise stones measuring about 20mm by 30 mm each.

This museum quality hat is woven from heavy silk and other fabrics and is covered almost completely with antique red ... Click for details