Bronze. Nepal, possibly 19th century
Unusual multi-parted bronze, raised on a domed foot with jagged rim, surmounted of an elongated stand ending with a lantern-shaped element, the four edges of which are decorated with figures in a worship pose and birds; the roof of the lantern topped with a figure cast with bell-shaped body and double head, the four arms holding trident and blades; the figure pierced with a loop to attach a round decorative sade with metal ornaments, strong age patina.
HEIGHT CA. 69 CM (WITHOUT SHADE 55 CM)
From the collection of a Tibetan in Austria