a rare cast bronze 'monk's cap' ritual vessel tibet mid 18th century

A Rare Cast Bronze 'Monk's Cap' Ritual Vessel: Tibet - mid 18th Century.


Price

£675
| $886 USD | €806 EUR


Item Ref

H 1033

Description

Cast in a copper rich bronze alloy - the whole form of Buddhist 'Monk's cap' appearance. The base at the broadest area incorporates a raised central boss. The shaped rim is cast with simple reeded embellishment.
The tapering face at the tallest region of the exterior is cast with a faceted suspension lug - see images.
Size: length - 9 5/8" (245mm), height - 2 15/16" (75mm), width - 4 3/4" (120mm).
Weight - 839 grams.
Condition: Good. Signs or genuine age and usage, resulting in surface marks, (untouched). No repair work. Fine natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: H 1033


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