TIBET, CIRCA 15TH CENTURY

Details

A silver- and gold-damascened iron case with cover
Tibet, circa 15th Century
Richly inlaid with the 'Eight Auspicious Symbols' on the cover of the case and the 'Seven Royal Symbols' on the side both in gold, interspersed within by foliate scrolls in silver, the bottom inlaid with a double-vajra
8 in. (20.3 cm.) in diameter

Provenance

Acquired in Switzerland, 1980

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Lot Essay

The 'Eight Auspicious Symbols' are physical representations of enlightened qualities, and include the Parasol, the Golden Fishes, the Treasure vase, the Lotus, the Conch, the Endless Knot, the Victory Banner and the Wheel. The 'Seven Royal Symbols,' considered essential requirements for any king, are the Wheel, the Jewel, the Queen, the Minister, the Elephant, the Horse, and the General.

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