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Astrological diagramm, brass; tantric wheel, Buddha and guardians; Buddhist symbols.
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Astrological diagramm, brass; tantric wheel, Buddha and guardians; Bu...

Diamond-shaped sceptre (Dorje) - Symbol of tantric Bhuddism;the diamond stands for the indestructable absolute nature of reality; the sceptre symbolizes the upaya,i.e. the altruistic activity for the benefit of all living beings. Brass with fire guildings.
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Diamond-shaped sceptre (Dorje) - Symbol of tantric Bhuddism;the diamond sta...

Ritual dagger (Puhurpub); ritual daggers made of iron are used to tame, immobilize and kill demons.
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Ritual dagger (Puhurpub); ritual daggers made of iron are used to tame, immobi...

The magical dagger (phurbu) is employed to ward off or pin down malevolent forces but is also used to kill them symbolically, thus liberating their minds into higher realms. Dagger: copper haft,iron blade; sheath: copper L:26 cm
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The magical dagger (phurbu) is employed to ward off or pin down malevolent f...

The silver vessel with a lid, druphor, is used for ceremonial offerings. Silver, firegilding, H: 12 cm
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The silver vessel with a lid, druphor, is used for ceremonial offerings....

This intricate silver box (gau) is a personal amulet box, containing prayers, small statues or relics. It is carried around the neck when travelling. Silver,fire-gilding, turquoise, 17 x 12 cm
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This intricate silver box (gau) is a personal amulet box, containing prayers,...

Trumpet made of bone and wrapped in metalstrings.
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Trumpet made of bone and wrapped in metalstrings.

Lidded container used for ceremonial offerings associated with good fortune as its name, yang tro, suggests. Bronze, H: 19,5 cm
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Lidded container used for ceremonial offerings associated with good for...

Ritual dagger, bone; demon's head, serpent.
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Ritual dagger, bone; demon's head, serpent.

An elaborate betel leaf and arecanut box (bata). The Buthanese are very fond of chewing betel. Silver, fire gilding, H: 9 cm
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An elaborate betel leaf and arecanut box (bata). The Buthanese are very f...

The protective deities often have their own chapel (goenkhang) with their own arms. Two swords for a local deity, with sheaths and textile covers. Blades: iron, handles: silver, scabbards: wood covered with animal skin. L: 93 cm
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The protective deities often have their own chapel (goenkhang) with their o...

The historical Buddha Sakyamuni makes the earth- witness gesture with his right hand. Painted clay, H: 61 cm
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The historical Buddha Sakyamuni makes the earth- witness gesture with his...