Tibetan Dung-Kar Shell - Shell - Nepal - 20th century
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Conchiglia Dung-Kar Tibetano is a natural Turbinella pyrum shell with silver-plated metal and Nepalese/Tibetan floral and geometric motifs, dating from the mid‑20th century and originating from the Nepal Himalayas, in good condition.
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Beautiful Tibetan ritual shell Dung-Kar, traditionally used in Himalayan Buddhist rituals as a sacred object and sometimes as a ceremonial trumpet.
The central body is a natural shell (Turbinella pyrum) of excellent quality, covered with very fine silver-plated metal sheets with rich engravings featuring floral and geometric motifs typical of Nepalese/Tibetan craftsmanship.
The workmanship is entirely handcrafted, with deep engravings rich in details and signs of age.
Period: mid-20th century (approximately 1950–1980)
Origin: Himalaya area (Tibet/Nepal)
Materials: natural shell, silver-colored metal (not silver)
Conditions: excellent, with no damages or fractures. Normal light patina due to age.
Dimensions: 25 cm (length)
A decorative object with a striking presence, ideal for collectors of ethnic art, Tibetan items, and Buddhist ritual objects.
Warning only EU expeditions!
Beautiful Tibetan ritual shell Dung-Kar, traditionally used in Himalayan Buddhist rituals as a sacred object and sometimes as a ceremonial trumpet.
The central body is a natural shell (Turbinella pyrum) of excellent quality, covered with very fine silver-plated metal sheets with rich engravings featuring floral and geometric motifs typical of Nepalese/Tibetan craftsmanship.
The workmanship is entirely handcrafted, with deep engravings rich in details and signs of age.
Period: mid-20th century (approximately 1950–1980)
Origin: Himalaya area (Tibet/Nepal)
Materials: natural shell, silver-colored metal (not silver)
Conditions: excellent, with no damages or fractures. Normal light patina due to age.
Dimensions: 25 cm (length)
A decorative object with a striking presence, ideal for collectors of ethnic art, Tibetan items, and Buddhist ritual objects.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
Nepal
Material
Shell
Height
25 cm
Width
8 cm
Title of artwork
Tibetan Dung-Kar Shell
Depth
8 cm
Condition
Good condition
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