A GILT BRONZE VAJRA Lot n° 68

A GILT BRONZE VAJRA Tibet, 18th – 19th century. The central flattened globular knob flanked by lotus petals and beaded edges extending to four pronged ends issuing from expressively cast, distinct makara heads. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and casting flaws. Few minuscule nicks and light scratches. Provenance: Swiss private collection. Weight: 274 g Dimensions: Length 14.5 cm Auction result comparison: Compare a related gilt copper alloy vajra, dated to the 17th century, but of larger size (17.5 cm), at Bonhams New York in Indian, Himalayan & Southeast Asian Art on 17 March 2014, lot 59, sold for USD 11,250.