Wooden Himalayan Phurba Ritual Dagger, Tibet/Nepal, Early 20th Century, 25.5 cm
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A hand-carved wooden Himalayan phurba (ritual dagger) from Tibet/Nepal, early 20th century. Compact at 25.5 cm: a stupa-like finial, stylized faces around the grip, a red ritual cloth at the neck, and a three-sided blade emerging from a stylized makara.
In Himalayan practice the phurba is linked with protection and subduing obstacles. This piece shows a dark, handled wood patina and a slightly frayed red cloth — the look of a ritual implement that was used, not a modern souvenir.
Condition
Dark matte wood patina with light wear and small nicks consistent with age and handling. The red ritual cloth is frayed. No glass or mirror inlay. No missing parts are visible.
Specifications
- Origin: Tibet / Nepal (Himalaya)
- Date: early 20th century
- Material: wood
- Height × width: 25.5 × 3.2 cm
- Statue weight: 0.05 kg
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