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December 0914, 2023
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LOT 689

Lot 689

Tibetan Silver and Copper Gau or Prayer Box, 19th/early 20th century

Tibetan Silver and Copper Gau or Prayer Box, 19th/early 20th century
Lot 689 Details
Tibetan Silver and Copper Gau or Prayer Box, 19th/early 20th century

of temple form, the repousseé worked cover with a glazed aperture revealing a polychromed terracotta tsa-tsa of Amitābha seated in front of a number of folded paper amulets
5.1 x 4.7 x 1.8 in — 13 x 12 x 4.5 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $184.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Tibetan Silver and Copper Gau or Prayer Box, 19th/early 20th century
  • Tibetan Silver and Copper Gau or Prayer Box, 19th/early 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 689
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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