Large Vintage Gilt Bronze Tibetan Stupa - Himalayan Buddhist Chorten Altar Shrine

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A substantial vintage Tibetan Buddhist stupa (chorten), hand cast in solid bronze with partial gilded finish and elaborate high-relief carvings … Read more A substantial vintage Tibetan Buddhist stupa (chorten), hand cast in solid bronze with partial gilded finish and elaborate high-relief carvings throughout the multi-tiered structure.
The stupa features lotus pedestal bases, sculpted buddha relief panels, ornate petal-form detailing, and a tiered spire crowned with a flame finial. Faint remnants of original polychrome pigment remain within the carved recesses. In Tibetan tradition, the stupa is a sacred monument symbolizing enlightenment, peace and spiritual protection, commonly used for altar display and meditation spaces.

This heavy bronze piece carries rich aged patina, lending deep character to its intricate carving. It serves as a powerful focal decor piece for devotional altars, meditation rooms, library or chinoiserie styled interiors, and is a treasured collectible for Himalayan art admirers.

Dimensions

Height:15.7 in, Width:7.1 in
(Original cm: H40cm × W18cm | Weight:3500g /7.7 lbs) See less