Lot #33 - Imposing red lacquer Mandala corner gilt repousse with red pigment. Tibet Circa 13th-14thC
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Auction House:Lugosi Auctioneers & Valuers
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Sale Name:Mosman House Contents Auction
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Sale Date:01 Jun 2014 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:33
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Lot Description:Imposing red lacquer Mandala corner gilt repousse with red pigment. Tibet Circa 13th-14thC
The corner depicting a dorje surmounted by a kalasa from which emanate 3 wish fulfilling jewels (norbu) and lotus form scrolls. Above a ribbed band is a row of flowers between which offering goddesses dance lithely. A sickle moon marks the corner of this tier, and is in turn surmounted by another of gilded flowers separated by chevrons, above which is a tier of gilded swags punctuated by belled tassels. Within each swag is a sun and moon device and open lotus flowers, some centred by bells. Dimensions: 15 ½” x 16” (39.5x40.5cm -
Estimate:A$3,000 - 4,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Oriental
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