Amulet, 19th to 20th Century
Tibet Autonomous Region
Brass; 1 1/2 × 7/8 × 5/8 in.
2021.8.48
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Amulet

ClassificationsSculpture

Date19th to 20th Century

Made AtTibet Autonomous Region, China, Asia

MediumBrass

Dimensions1 1/2 × 7/8 × 5/8 in. (3.8 × 2.2 × 1.6 cm)

Credit LineGift of Anne and Long Shung Shih

Object number2021.8.48

DescriptionThis small devotional sculpture may have been placed on a home altar or put inside a gau amulet box and worn around the neck for protection against unkind spirits.

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