Tibetan prayer wheel – Carved yak bone - Nepal (No reserve price)

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Tibetan prayer wheel carved from yak bone, late 20th century, titled 'Moulin à prière tibétain – Os de yack sculpté', origin Nepal, 23 cm high, 4 cm wide, 4 cm deep, 171 g, with stand included, in good condition.

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A small lateral weight made of bone, suspended by a small chain, is used to initiate and regulate the rotation of the mill, in accordance with domestic ritual use.
This type of prayer wheel, of popular design, was used daily in Tibetan or Nepalese households to mentally recite prayers and accumulate merit.

Even patina, natural and consistent wear, good antique condition.
Mounted on a presentation stand (included).



A small lateral weight made of bone, suspended by a small chain, is used to initiate and regulate the rotation of the mill, in accordance with domestic ritual use.
This type of prayer wheel, of popular design, was used daily in Tibetan or Nepalese households to mentally recite prayers and accumulate merit.

Even patina, natural and consistent wear, good antique condition.
Mounted on a presentation stand (included).

Details

Country of Origin
Nepal
Period
Late 20th century
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Tibetan prayer wheel – Carved yak bone
Height
23 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Weight
171 g
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Objects sold
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