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Lot 811
A copper alloy vajra and ghanta Tibet, circa 15th century
18 December 2017, 11:00 PST
San FranciscoUS$2,000 - US$3,000
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A copper alloy vajra and ghanta
Tibet, circa 15th century
The small vajra 'thunderbolt' of standard shape and four prongs; the ghanta bell well-rubbed and displaying traces of solder connecting the vajra-shaped handle; together with a small rattle formed by a tapered handle supporting a small globe adorned in opposing repousse shou medallions; and a similar rattle terminating in a smaller ball shaped bell. [4]
6 3/4in (17.1cm) height of ghanta exclusive of clapper
The small vajra 'thunderbolt' of standard shape and four prongs; the ghanta bell well-rubbed and displaying traces of solder connecting the vajra-shaped handle; together with a small rattle formed by a tapered handle supporting a small globe adorned in opposing repousse shou medallions; and a similar rattle terminating in a smaller ball shaped bell. [4]
6 3/4in (17.1cm) height of ghanta exclusive of clapper
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Estate of Barbara Adams (1931-2016), Washington DC
























