Lot no. 27
Three amulet pendants and a small portable altar (ga'u) in silver-plated metal, a large round one decorated with turquoise-inlaid foliage in the centre, still full (small terracotta tsa-tsa plaque, silks, prayers, etc.).), another octagonal in gilded copper alloy and inlaid with turquoise on the front (kalasa vase motif), on a necklace of turquoise and red coral beads, the third square having lost its base, and inlaid with numerous turquoises, the small round altar with repoussé decoration of floral scrolls and turquoise and coral cabochons, painted with yin and yang in the centre, its copper alloy base with leather loops and strap.
Tibet, late 19th/early 20th century.
L. 15 cm, 8 cm, 30 cm with necklace (8 cm without) and 10 cm.
Missing inlays.
Provenance: Private collection, Belgium
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Pictures credits: Contact organization
African, American and Oceanic Art
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