January Antiques & Decorative Arts
Lot 252: A Tibetan Iron Vajra (Dorje) with Copper Inlay.
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A Tibetan Iron Vajra (Dorje) with Copper Inlay.
The piece is formed as a double-ended vajra (dorje) in dark iron, with symmetrical prongs flaring from a central grip. The surface is decorated with fine incised bands and oval cartouche-like panels, accented by narrow copper-inlaid rings that contrast against the darker metal. Each end terminates in a pointed tip framed by openwork prongs.
H: Approximately 18.5cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished British gentleman.
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