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A large gilt-copper alloy stupa — A large gilt-copper alloy stupa, Tibet, 15th century

A large gilt-copper alloy stupa

A large gilt-copper alloy stupa, Tibet, 15th century

A large gilt-copper alloy stupa from Tibet dating to the 15th century is a significant religious artwork. This three-dimensional architectural form serves as a devotional object embodying Buddhist cosmology and artistic craftsmanship.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Indian and Himalayan Art, including Masterpieces from the Nyingjei Lam Collection

March 21, 2023

Estimate: $60,000 – $80,000

Lot 115

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A large gilt-copper alloy stupa, A large gilt-copper alloy stupa, Tibet, 15th century

A large gilt-copper alloy stupa from Tibet dating to the 15th century is a significant religious artwork. This three-dimensional architectural form serves as a devotional object embodying Buddhist cosmology and artistic craftsmanship.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Stupa, Gold, Gilt Copper, Sacred, Sculpture, Classical, Decorative Arts, Tibetan, Religious, Buddhist