Tibetan Carved 'Magic' Ritual Horn
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19th century AD. A ritual lidded horn-shaped container with old collector's label reading 'Rabrum = horn vessel containing mustard seeds which are scattered in the air during certain magic rites by the Lamas; believed to have come from Shigatshe'. 55 grams, 13.5cm (5 1/4"). From a Cambridgeshire collection; previously in the collection of Roger Moss; accompanied by a late 19th-early 20th century inked identification label. Shigatse is the site of the Tashilhunpo Monastery, traditionally the seat of the Panchen Lama. [No Reserve]
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Fine condition.
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Tibetan Carved 'Magic' Ritual Horn
Estimate £200 - £300
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