Early 19c Tibetan thangka HAYAGRIVA
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Early 19th century Sino-Tibetan thangka depicting 6-armed Bhuddist dharmapala Hayagriva easily recognizable by 3 horse heads in his crown. He is considered to be the wrathful form of Avalokiteshvara and thus the archetype of fierce compassion. He is wearing a tiger skin apron and a long necklace of human heads, holding various implements in his hands and trampling on numerous snakes. Beautifully painted with natural mineral pigments on cotton, excellent quality painting - see the horses’ heads and different expressions on human faces of his necklace. Inscribed with three Tibetan characters on the back. Rare icon, some expected wear, no mounts, overall in great condition for a 200 years old devotional painting. Comes from old Washington DC collection. Size 8 3/4x7 inches (22x17.8 cm).
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Reserve Reduced!
Early 19th century Sino-Tibetan thangka depicting 6-armed Bhuddist dharmapala Hayagriva easily recognizable by 3 horse heads in his crown. He is considered to be the wrathful form of Avalokiteshvara and thus the archetype of fierce compassion. He is wearing a tiger skin apron and a long necklace of human heads, holding various implements in his hands and trampling on numerous snakes. Beautifully painted with natural mineral pigments on cotton, excellent quality painting - see the horses’ heads and different expressions on human faces of his necklace. Inscribed with three Tibetan characters on the back. Rare icon, some expected wear, no mounts, overall in great condition for a 200 years old devotional painting. Comes from old Washington DC collection. Size 8 3/4x7 inches (22x17.8 cm).
Reserve: $1,200.00
Jasper52 negotiates the lowest reserves so bidders always get the best prices.
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $25.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
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.
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