Fragment of a Halo (repoussé)
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Orientation 2
Wall object 10

ABS 278

 Code: ABS 278

  Country: Tibet

  Style:

  Date: 1500 - 1600

  Dimensions in cm WxHxD: 36 x 39 x 2.5

  Materials: Copper

Fragment of a Halo (prabha) in repoussé metal

The Buddha and a monk holding a mendicant staff and a begging bowl are standing on a lotus flower. A miniature elephant and a dancing lion (?) are next to them. A large stylized scrolling plant ornament between two rows of pearls surrounds the figures.