15th C. Tibetan Copper Mandorla Halo for Buddhist Deity
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**Originally Listed At $1500**
Central Asia, Tibet or Nepal, ca. 15th to 17th century CE. A repousse copper mandorla or aureole that was a decorative back for a devotional statue, the arching panel embellished with auspicious symbols from Hindu-Buddhist beliefs. The scrolling openwork floral designs are influenced by the metal work of the Pala style from Eastern India that spread into the Himalaya region. This mandorla would have been positioned behind a deity figure forming an ornate halo or aura - the indented arch at the center likely framed the figure's head. At the base are attendant figures, and above are garuda and serpentine nagas - mythical creatures associated with the Hindu deity, Vishnu. Size: 8.75" W x 10.75" H (22.2 cm x 27.3 cm); 13.5" H (34.3 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection
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#176270
Central Asia, Tibet or Nepal, ca. 15th to 17th century CE. A repousse copper mandorla or aureole that was a decorative back for a devotional statue, the arching panel embellished with auspicious symbols from Hindu-Buddhist beliefs. The scrolling openwork floral designs are influenced by the metal work of the Pala style from Eastern India that spread into the Himalaya region. This mandorla would have been positioned behind a deity figure forming an ornate halo or aura - the indented arch at the center likely framed the figure's head. At the base are attendant figures, and above are garuda and serpentine nagas - mythical creatures associated with the Hindu deity, Vishnu. Size: 8.75" W x 10.75" H (22.2 cm x 27.3 cm); 13.5" H (34.3 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#176270
Condition
Tearing, indentations and bending to openwork. Areas of green / red patina and dark toning. Some softening to details, but motifs and figures are discernable. Overall great condition.
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15th C. Tibetan Copper Mandorla Halo for Buddhist Deity
Estimate $1,800 - $2,700
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