Incense burner - Bronze - Ashtamangala’s
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Selected by Sarah Le Helley
Studied Asian art and art market management; researched art in Taipei; worked in auctions.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Beautiful incense burner Ashtamangala’s.
Ashtamangala (Eight Auspicious Symbols) The decorative band on the lid shows the Ashtamangala – the eight sacred symbols from Tibetan Buddhism that represent happiness, prosperity, and spiritual protection. These include, among others, the endless knot, the lotus blossom, the parasol, and the dharma wheel.
Dragon symbolism:
The dragons coil around the body of the burner and are powerful protectors in the Tibetan tradition. They symbolize wisdom, strength, and mastery over the elements. The double dragon is often associated with harmony and balance.
Lid elements:
Two deer/gazelles: Refer to the Buddha's first teaching in the Deer Park at Sarnath
Central finial: Often a jewel or dharma symbol representing enlightenment
Perforated decoration: Lets the incense escape through the symbolic motifs
Function This is a thing (鼎) – a ritual burner used in temples and on altars for incense ceremonies, where the smoke carries offerings to the heavenly realms and purifies the space.
The incense burner is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
The incense burner is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
This object can be shipped together with other objects of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateBeautiful incense burner Ashtamangala’s.
Ashtamangala (Eight Auspicious Symbols) The decorative band on the lid shows the Ashtamangala – the eight sacred symbols from Tibetan Buddhism that represent happiness, prosperity, and spiritual protection. These include, among others, the endless knot, the lotus blossom, the parasol, and the dharma wheel.
Dragon symbolism:
The dragons coil around the body of the burner and are powerful protectors in the Tibetan tradition. They symbolize wisdom, strength, and mastery over the elements. The double dragon is often associated with harmony and balance.
Lid elements:
Two deer/gazelles: Refer to the Buddha's first teaching in the Deer Park at Sarnath
Central finial: Often a jewel or dharma symbol representing enlightenment
Perforated decoration: Lets the incense escape through the symbolic motifs
Function This is a thing (鼎) – a ritual burner used in temples and on altars for incense ceremonies, where the smoke carries offerings to the heavenly realms and purifies the space.
The incense burner is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
The incense burner is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
This object can be shipped together with other objects of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Ashtamangala’s
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Asia
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12.5 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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