8th Nov, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
294
Prabhamandala
Nepalese or Tibetan, Malla Dynasty, 16/17th Century
mercury gilded copper alloy with red paint, with characteristic repousse sacred symbols including Naga and Makara figures some standing on elephant-type beasts, within a surround of smaller buddhas and birds, 69cm high x 68cm wide
Note: A similar but smaller Prabhamandala is in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Sold for £10,000
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000
Prabhamandala
Nepalese or Tibetan, Malla Dynasty, 16/17th Century
mercury gilded copper alloy with red paint, with characteristic repousse sacred symbols including Naga and Makara figures some standing on elephant-type beasts, within a surround of smaller buddhas and birds, 69cm high x 68cm wide
Note: A similar but smaller Prabhamandala is in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
With the original patina and fixings but with losses, around the top edge, middle and side and wear commensurate with the age.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 8th Nov, 2023
Viewing
Friday 3rd November 10am - 4pm
Monday 6th November 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 7th November 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 8th November 9am - 10am
There will be no viewing during the sale.
