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Cham Mahakala mask Tibet / Nepal

Name: Cham Mahakala mask Tibet / Nepal
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 12638DX4B2
Price: 350 EUR
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350 €

Period 20th century

Style Asian Arts

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Wooden mask, with angry features, its red color, as well as the five skulls (The 5 afflictions, causes of suffering) which decorate its diadem represent Mahakala, one of the greatest protective gods of practitioners and teachings ( Dharmapala) within esoteric Buddhism (Vajrayāna).
Despite their often aggressive appearance, they are beneficial deities. (Protective)
The power emanating from the Cham masks illustrates the immense energy that the consciousness must deploy to confront and overcome the obstacles standing on the path to spiritual Liberation, the Cham dances are performed by monks during the important festivals which bring them together in the courtyard of the monastery with the faithful.
Tibet or Nepal, early 20th century.
Provenance: Estate of the collector and art dealer Claude de Marteau.
Approximately H 42 cm x W 35 cm x D 20 cm
Sold without base, normal signs of wear.

Ref: 12638DX4B2

Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Asian Arts (Objects of curiosity of Asian Arts Style)
Period	20th century (Objects of curiosity 20th century)
Country of origin	Other / Unknown
Length (cm)	35
Height (cm)	42
Depth (cm)	20
Materials	Painted wood
Internal reference	7700