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Liao Dynasty Buddhist Votive Prayer Tile Clay Relic Tsa browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Chinese:Pottery: Pre AD 1000: item # 506058
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STOCK #: AC050816-03RS CULTURE: Ancient Chinese DATE: c. Liao Dynasty, 907 A.D. – 1125 A.D. MATERIAL(S): Terracotta (clay in light terracotta peach colour) DIMENSIONS: 1.83" (46.50 mm) high CONDITION: Some wear, weathering, chipping, and light deposits of earth and organic material (roots) consistent with age. Chip and crack at bottom edge as seen. Else intact and with some nice detail. COMMENTS: This nice Liao Dynasty Buddhist Votive Prayer Tile Clay Relic features three seated meditating Buddha figures. It is a nice example of Buddhist votive clay tablets known as tsa-tsa (a name whose root has been traced back to Sanskrit). According to tradition, clay is transformed into a receptacle for sacred power when it is impressed with an image of a deity or holy symbol. Creation of such sacred objects, for use as votive offerings, relics or amulets, is to this day considered a meritorious action said to generate abundant auspiciousness for the maker, their family and surroundings. Whether it is used to decorate a wall, placed on an altar or held close, this tsa-tsa can be revered as sacred object and is undoubtedly a beautiful work of ancient Buddhist art. PROVENANCE: From an American dealer. Details will be provided to purchaser. *Prices in US$. This item is Guaranteed Authentic. Please see our Sales Policy and AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE for full details. |
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