Decorative ornament - Copper Kapala incense burner - Nepal

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Copper Kapala incense burner from Nepal, dating to 1990–2000, measuring 19 cm high by 11 cm wide, in excellent condition, comprising an openwork lid with a vajra, an incense bowl, and a three‑legged relief base.

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This handcrafted Kapala incense burner set from Nepal consists of three parts: an openwork lid, an incense bowl, and a relief base. The lid features a vajra, decorated with scrolling leaves and beaded patterns, and has an openwork incense spout. The base is a three-legged pedestal with animal-face and lotus petals, featuring a relief of auspicious clouds and animal faces. Made of copper, the deep and three-dimensional carvings make it highly artistic and collectible.

This handcrafted Kapala incense burner set from Nepal consists of three parts: an openwork lid, an incense bowl, and a relief base. The lid features a vajra, decorated with scrolling leaves and beaded patterns, and has an openwork incense spout. The base is a three-legged pedestal with animal-face and lotus petals, featuring a relief of auspicious clouds and animal faces. Made of copper, the deep and three-dimensional carvings make it highly artistic and collectible.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Copper
Country of origin
Nepal
Manufacturer/brand
Copper Kapala incense burner
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
19 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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Objects sold
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