Large Tibetan Bronze Phurba on Stand,c1890

19th century

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Large Tibetan bronze Phurba on original stand,c1890. A Phurba is a 3 sided stake or knife associated with Indo-Tibetan Buddhist and Shamanic rituals. It is sometimes referred to as a ritualistic dagger for demon taming. This is a beautiful example, heavy (1.3kg), well cast and profusely decorated with masks, skulls, snakes, horses/deer, mythical creatures. It is topped with a crown finial. The stand is clearly original to the piece and again is highly decorated. Overall condition is good in line with age and use. It has just the right amount of wear and Verdigris to the metal which has taken on great colour/patina following years of handling and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

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Size: Phurba on base 31cm tall x 12cm wide x 12cm deep, weight 1.3 kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

31cm (12.20")

Width

12cm (4.72")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA955025

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