Decorative ornament - Buddhist Three-Faced Buddha Vajra - Nepal

The three-faced bronze purbhu Vajra (Sanskrit: Kila) is a ritual implement used in Tibetan Buddhism and Himalayan shamanism, symbolizing the elimination of afflictions and the subjugation of demonic obstacles.

The purbhu is cast in brass, with the top decorated with a horse's head and a three-faced deity with protruding fangs. The body of the purbhu is adorned with various patterns. The lower section has a triangular conical blade. The overall craftsmanship is exquisite, and it is well-preserved, with slight oxidation and signs of use on the surface. It can be used as a home decoration or a ritual implement in religious ceremonies.