January Antiques & Decorative Arts
Lot 257: A Tibetan Ritual Phurba Dagger with Wrathful Deity...
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A Tibetan Ritual Phurba Dagger with Wrathful Deity Handle.
The dagger has a tapering, triangular blade terminating in a sharp point. The blade features incised and stippled detailing near the base, transitioning into a complex sculptural handle. The handle is formed as a wrathful deity’s head with bulging eyes, pronounced facial features, and elaborate headdress elements, surmounted by scrolling and flame-like motifs. The central grip section is faceted and flanked by decorative rings, leading into a bulbous upper finial with ribbed and relief detailing.
L: Approximately 5.5cm
Provenance: Private collection from a British gentleman.
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