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Tibetan ritual conch shell trumpet, also known as a "Dungkar" in Tibetan Buddhism or "Shankha" in Sanskrit. These elaborately decorated …
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Tibetan ritual conch shell trumpet, also known as a "Dungkar" in Tibetan Buddhism or "Shankha" in Sanskrit. These elaborately decorated conch shells, like the one pictured with silver and gemstone inlay hold significant spiritual and symbolic meaning in Tibetan Buddhist practices.
The conch shell is one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols (Ashtamangala) in Buddhism, representing the deep, melodious, and pervasive sound of the Dharma (Buddha's teachings) that awakens beings from ignorance. It also symbolizes power, authority, and sovereignty, and its sound is believed to banish evil spirits and purify spaces.
Size: 1.5in H x 5in W x 2.25in D
Circa: 1950s
Origin: Lhasa, Tibet
Material: silver, Shell
Condition: Original finished, hand-crafted, normal age wear.
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 2.25ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Shell
- Silver
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Please refer to the additional pictures for the detailed condition and contact us if you have any questions. Please refer to the additional pictures for the detailed condition and contact us if you have any questions. less
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