Shrine
ca. 15th century -16th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
This miniature Tibetan shrine probably housed a small image on a personal altar. Alternatively, it may have been used as a portable shrine. The shape of the roof resembles that of a temple roof or of a Tibetan tent. Buddhist mantras or prayers are inscribed in archaic script.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Iron inlaid with silver and gold |
| Brief description | Tibetan miniature shrine |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Buddhist mantras Note Tibetan; Archaic Lantsa; side and back Translation Om Ah Hum |
| Summary | This miniature Tibetan shrine probably housed a small image on a personal altar. Alternatively, it may have been used as a portable shrine. The shape of the roof resembles that of a temple roof or of a Tibetan tent. Buddhist mantras or prayers are inscribed in archaic script. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | IS.78-1991 |
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| Record created | February 3, 2003 |
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