Lot #144 - A Set of Five Fine Mongolian Miniature Thangka Paintings, [5]
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:The Todd Barlin Collection of Fine Oceanic & Asian Arts
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Sale Date:08 May 2016 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:144
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Lot Description:A Set of Five Fine Mongolian Miniature Thangka Paintings, [5]
five paintings of auspicious symbols & a protector guardian, Early 20th Century
10 x 7.5 cm, 10 cm x 8.5 cm -
Provenance:Todd Barlin Collection.
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Notes:miniature Thangka Paintings are used for personal spiritual practices when travelling. They are often kept in a bronze or wood Gua, a type of locket that houses the painting. It is then worn around the neck for devotional practices & protection when travelling. The Mongolian painters in this miniature form are said to be the finest artists in Vajrayana Buddhist communities
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Estimate:A$600 - 800
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Realised Price:
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Category:Oriental
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