A SILVER PRIEST HELMET

Estimated Value:

1.500 € - 2.500 €

Result:

2.331 € incl. Premium and VAT

Description:

Tibet, 19th/ 20th c.
H. 30.5 cm
The conical-shaped helmet topped with a lotus-bud, all around embossed with an array of different executed symbols and dragons, its front set with a separate embossed five-leaf tiara, each leaf with a gilt tathagata Buddha seated in vajrasana on a lotus base, each showing a different hand gesture, surrounded by semi-precious inlays and each leaf encompassed by various motifs including scrolling tendrils, the inside covered with a red textile.
European private collection, acquired before 2007 - Traces of age, wear

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