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Drilbu

Drilbu (handbell) of bronze, domed chamber with cast borders of dorje (sceptres) and lotus petals, handle with face of Prajnaparamita (deity) and five-pronged dorje finial, used in Tibetan Buddhist rituals representing wisdom or emptiness: Tibet, Derge, 19th century AD

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    19th century
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    National Museums Scotland
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  • Place of production:
    Dege (Timezone: Asia/Shanghai)
  • Culture:Tibetan
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  • Repository:National Museums Scotland
  • Measurements:Approximate Height 180; Approximate Length 100; Approximate Depth 100mm