ABR 070
Code: ABR 070
Country: Tibet
Style:
Date: 1500 - 1800
Dimensions in cm WxHxD: 3.2 x 14.5
Materials: Horn of unidentified animal, decorated
Ritual horn
Carved in the horn of a bovid, this ritual artefact is meant to be used during violent rituals of subjugation of negative forces and dark magic. For this purpose, it must be filled with various substances, and then carefully sealed. The tip of the horn is carved in the shape of a makara sea-monster’s head. Other visible designs represent various symbols (swastika, auspicious signs), animals and mythical creatures (snakes, frog, garuda, naga, etc.). The patina of this example seems to bear testimony of its handling over many years.
Carved in the horn of a bovid, this ritual artefact is meant to be used during violent rituals of subjugation of negative forces and dark magic. For this purpose, it must be filled with various substances, and then carefully sealed. The tip of the horn is carved in the shape of a makara sea-monster’s head. Other visible designs represent various symbols (swastika, auspicious signs), animals and mythical creatures (snakes, frog, garuda, naga, etc.). The patina of this example seems to bear testimony of its handling over many years.