Late 19th Century Gilt Copper Phurba Ritual Dagger With Stand

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This is a highly ornate gilt copper ritual implement, known as a Phurba (or Kila), presented with its original matching … Read more This is a highly ornate gilt copper ritual implement, known as a Phurba (or Kila), presented with its original matching stand. The piece is crafted from copper with a rich gilded finish and features vibrant polychrome painted details in green and red.

The top section displays a fierce, multi-faced wrathful deity head with a crown of small skulls and a half-vajra finial at the very top. The handle is segmented with green fluted sections and a central red bulbous band. The lower section features a triangular blade adorned with intricate gold repoussé work, including a intertwined serpent motif and textured scales near the hilt. The custom stand is decorated with green and red inlaid petal patterns and a textured gold base. The item shows signs of age with patina, minor wear to the paint and gilding, and oxidation, consistent with an antique ritual object.

Dimensions:

Length: 18 cm (approximately 7.1 inches)

Width: 18 cm (approximately 7.1 inches)

Height: 52 cm (approximately 20.5 inches)

Weight: 2100 grams (approximately 4.63 lbs) See less