Gilt-metal Portable Shrine and Chain

Description:

Gilt-metal Portable Shrine and Chain, Tibetan China, 20th century, with two compartments, each with a hinged cover, one with a lapis lazuli carving of Jambhala, the other vacant, overall decoration with enameled and jeweled lotus scroll designs, box dia. to 3 3/4, chain lg. 12 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

in good condition.


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