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CG94-1-54

From: Tibet

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number CG94-1-54
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Tibetan
Provenience Tibet
Section Asian
Materials Rice Paper
Inscription Language Tibetan Language
Description

Charm displaying circle pattern with seven rings known as "The Assembly of Lama Hearts". It consists of a series of concentric circles surrounded by flames that contain spells. The four corners have Buddhist symbols including the three gems, a lotus flower, a thunder bolt scepter, and a flaming dagger. The eight petal lotus flower in the middle contains mystic syllables. The center is empty and can be modified for specific purposes.

Length 17.5 cm
Width 18.9 cm
Other Number 29-64-128 uncertain - Original Number

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