Tibetan embossed gilt copper plate, representing a Horse

Size:

17 x 18cm

Region:

Tibet

Type:

Tibetan Gilt Copper Repoussé Panel

Age/Period:

19th century

Material:

Copper, fire-gilded

Condition:

very good and expressive, with nice patina. Soldered on some spots on the backside

Description:

A Tibetan Gilt Copper Repoussé Panel Depicting a Horse

These pieces were traditionally placed above temple doors or on altars inserted into the ‘Torana’; the arch of glory, which surrounds the divinity.

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