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A typical original Tamang thanka from Rameschap district with Lord Buddha in the sitting position on lotus flowers, in the central part surrounded by four other deities at the bottom, eight ordinary people wearing traditional nepali dresses can be seen with Yamatanka in the middle Mineral painting on cotton cloth Maximal size of the painting only are 56 X 48 cm, whereas total size including the local cloth frame 80 X 60 cm , with a cloth protector to cover the thanka when not honored No...

A simple but very typical figure from the remote Karnali district for more complete information and to see similar quality of figures, one can consult the only catalog devoted to this field : La Statuaire Archaique de l'Ouest du Népal, R. Vanuxem Paris 2006 ( text in english). This kind of figures are associated with animist cult of protection of house or village. This figure is covered with a white mineral mixture (often called Kaolin) and obviously was kept inside. Good signs of age (circa mi...

This item is coming from people from Terai community, It represent a drum player which be activated through a complicated rope network, at least two or three explanation can be forwarded regarding the role of this piece. Height 23 cm wide 23 cm, the piece is based on a metal stand Two similar pieces are available More information on request

This is a very exceptional Tika box , XXXL size , fantastic patina, perfect conditional except a stain of paint on the bottom Sizes are 37 cm long, 15 cm wide and 11 cm hight Age is at least from 19Th but could be also as early as 18th

A simple designed Ghurra with a wonderful patina and elegant shape Very good signs of use and age, first mid of 20 th Large size height 40 cm More information of ethnic and local origins

A impressive ghurra showing a big volume deeply carved with a very old encrusted patina Very good signs of age from early 20 th Very good condition Height 33 cm More information on ethnic and local origins on request

A simple design ghurra showing a janus heart, very impressive symetrical style Height 37 cm, very good condition, good signs of use and age mid 20th

Exceptional signs of use and of great age , Black encrusted glossy patina. Very likely from 19th Total height 43 cm, Carved part 32 cm

A "long stick design" Ghurra, with obvious sign of use, Height 38 cm , more information on ethnic and local origins on request

A "long stick design" Ghurra, great signs of use, nice encrusted brown patina, more information on ethnic and local origin, Height 25 cm

An impressive protector cut from a more longer pole, but note than part which has been cut was already sunken into the ground. White mineral color more information on ethnic and local origins on request. Obvious signs of very good age from early 20 Th. Height 90 cm wide 18 cm

a rather uncommon himalayan primitive protector, extremely hard wood, likely a teak wood, the bottom has been cut. The noose has been also damaged long time ago very deep watering erosion, note that a part has been recently cut on top of the head, very great age much over 100 years Height 100 cm Very good condition

A very original cubist 3-face himalayan figure covered with white mineral pigment, age is from early 20th more information on ethnic and local origins on request Height 100 cm wide 20 x 13 cm, more information on request

A simple long stick design model with a super tick glossy patina From Tamang people from central Nepal Obvious signs of use from early 20th Height 33 cm, presented on a metal stand

A large model showing very deep carving with a flower detail on top and a heart shaped bottom. Unusual patina made from thick milk deposits eaten by worms Important signs of use from early 20th Height 37 cm

A nice house model design with a very hard encrusted patina; important age from early 20th around 100 y Height 29 cm

An impressive house or shrine protector, dusty and mineral pigment patina, the rough face is typical of west Nepal whereas the smooth curves of the body a more unusual. Very great signs of age Height 90 cm, face only 30 cm

A nice and old Naga plate with handle made in a single piece of wood, very good condition Nagaland for Inf look " The Naga" Ed Olizane Height 32 cm, diameter 30 cm