Masterpieces & Curiosities · Ref. 05-050
Sankha (Conch Shell)
CHF 950
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The sankha, or white conch, is one of the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism; its sound proclaims the Dharma, and conches are blown as horns in Himalayan monastic ritual. This sankha measures 26 cm. The photo shows a white shell carved with figures, fitted with an embossed golden-coloured metal flange decorated with deities and a mouthpiece mount, set with a small turquoise-coloured stone.
- Ref.
- 05-050
- Dimensions
- 26 cm
- Material
- conch shell with metal mounts
- Region
- Himalayan region
- Price
- CHF 950
Also shown in: Masterpieces & Curiosities, Ritual & Tantric Objects
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