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Lot Essay
Stupas were originally memorial monuments built over the mortal remains of the Shakyamuni, and other important personages. The unique architectural form of the present example is strongly influenced by Tibetan characteristics. The square Mt. Sumeru base is Tibetan in style, while the rounded dome is Indian in origin. Above is the harmika, consisting of a conical spire of thirteen layers, symbolic of the thirteen stages of enlightenment.
See a very similar stupa example sold by Christie's London, 3 November 2009 and a ruby-red ground stupa sold by Christie's Hong Kong, 29 April 2002, lot 536.
See a very similar stupa example sold by Christie's London, 3 November 2009 and a ruby-red ground stupa sold by Christie's Hong Kong, 29 April 2002, lot 536.