Armlet
19th century (made)
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This is part of a ritual costume worn by lamas (priests) of the Nyingmapa or 'Old Order' of Tibetan Buddhism during exorcisms and by the lamas of other orders during exorcistic monastic dances.
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Materials and techniques | Carved bone |
Brief description | Armlet, central rectangular bone plaque with two square bone plaques, carved, joined by lines of bone beads, Tibet, 19th century |
Physical description | An armlet consisting of a rectangular plaque carved with a vajra, on either side a square plaque carved with one of the Eight Auspicious emblems. These are joined horizontally and crosswise by lines of bone beads. |
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Object history | Formerly part of Captain E.W.Fletcher loan. |
Summary | This is part of a ritual costume worn by lamas (priests) of the Nyingmapa or 'Old Order' of Tibetan Buddhism during exorcisms and by the lamas of other orders during exorcistic monastic dances. |
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Accession number | IS.1:8-2007 |
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Record created | January 9, 2007 |
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