Ancient Tibetan Black Jasper Pumpkin Fruit Buddhist Bead Talisman - 56 mm
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A black jasper Pumpkin Fruit Buddhist bead talisman from ancient Tibetan culture, dating to the Second Millennium AD, measuring 56 × 56 × 28 mm, in good condition, authentic/original with hand-cut and carved detailing, provenance from the Dr. István Zelnik collection, acquired in 1995 in London from a gallery/antique dealer.
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A black jasper pumpkin fruit Buddhist bead talisman from the ancient Tibetan culture, Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. Original,ancient hand cutting,caving and grinding. It has been cleaned partly by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
A black jasper pumpkin fruit Buddhist bead talisman from the ancient Tibetan culture, Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. Original,ancient hand cutting,caving and grinding. It has been cleaned partly by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Details
Culture
Ancient Tibetan
Century/timeframe
Second Millennium AD
Name of object
Pumpkin Fruit Buddhist Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Black Jasper
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
56 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
56 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
28 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
