Early 19c Tibetan thangka GUBILHA 5 deities
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Tapestries & Wall HangingsRelated Tapestries & Wall Hangings
More Items in Tibetan Tapestries & Wall Hangings
View MoreRecommended Textiles & Linens
View MoreItem Details
Description
Early 19th century Tibetan thangka in original mounts depicting goddess Molha riding an antelope, holding a happiness invoking arrow and a divination mirror in her hands, the figure of Vajrapani above her and 4 equestrian figures in the corners. Rare icon, Molha is the only female in the Gubilha group of 5 deities who are considered to be protectors of people in every aspect of their life, and her name means “woman-goddess” in Tibetan. The other 4 deities from the group are Polha (“man-god”) in the upper left corner holding a bowl filled with jewels and a wish fulfilling gem, Yulha (“country-god”) in the lower left corner holding a bow and an arrow, Dalha (“war-god”) in the lower right corner wearing a turban and holding a banner and a snare, and Sroglha (“the god of life”) in the upper right wearing a hat and holding a banner and a snare. Beautifully painted with natural mineral pigments on cotton, excellent quality painting, some expected wear, overall in great condition for a 200 plus years old devotional object. Comes from old Washington DC collection. Painting size 16 x 10.5 inches (41 x 28 cm), mounts 29 x 16 inches (74 x 41 cm).
Reserve: $2,400.00
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $25.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Massachusetts
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Reserve: $2,400.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Buyer's Premium
- 15%
Early 19c Tibetan thangka GUBILHA 5 deities
Estimate $2,800 - $3,360
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Massachusetts, US$25 shipping in the US
Payment
Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers
See More Items From This Jasper52 Seller
TOP