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Oil lamp
CHINA; Ming dynasty (1368–1644); Silver; H: 23 cm; Sichuan Museum, Chengdu, China |
This butter oil lamp is a typical offering instrument used in Tibetan Buddhist ceremonies.
The lamp is made of silver and consists of a base, stem, and bowl. The bowl is decorated with peonies and the eight auspicious symbols using repousse technique. It is supported by a stem featuring auspicious patterns. The round base flares outwards and is decorated with a repousse upright lotus design |
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