Citipati Skull Head mask - copper / gold-plated - Tibet - second half 20th century
These types of masks are often found hanging above the entrance of Tibetan monasteries to ward off evil.
This mask is made of fire-gilded hammered copper repoussé.
Skulls often represent the ancestors who help reinforce power.
This piece has minor signs of wear. Including pedestal.
Measurements: approx. 23 x 21.5 x 7 cm
Weight: approx. 308 grams
- Article
- Masque
- Technique
- repoussé cuivre doré au feu
- Matériau
- Cuivre
- Période
- Seconde moitié du XXe siècle
- Région/Pays d’origine
- Tibet
- Titre de l’œuvre d’art
- citipati skull masker
- État
- Très bon état, voir la description
- Dimensions
- 23×21.5×7 cm