Asian Tribal Art - Thokcha or thogchag, Tibet

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Asian Tribal Art - Thokcha or thogchag, Tibet


     Three magical talismans known as thokchas or thogchags by the Tibetans, which literally translates as "heavenly iron." These were thought to fall from the sky as gifts and were used as powerful amulets for healing and protection, passed on from one generation to the next.
   
Vajrapani (Chagne dorge), bronze, protects wearer from evil, 11.3 grams, 2" high, c. 12th-14th century.   #2023  $400    
Sino-Tibetan, copper alloy, 29.7 grams, 2" high.  #2024  $375     
Sino-Tibetan, brass alloy, 22.8 grams, 1-3/4" high, c. 15th century.  #2025   $375
 

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