Country Group: The Himalayas (Tibet, Nepal, Mongolia and Other)

Item id: 10161

18/19thC Very special Dancing Dakini-Unique style and construction, along with skillful execution, create a true one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Sculpted in a repoussé method to perfect perfection of nearly pure copper with an open back, it has the spiritual force and demonstrates a very high level of artistic skill. Until very close examination, it is nearly impossible to tell it has an Until very close examination, it is nearly impossible to tell it has an open back or that it is created in this copper repousse method. Unique example of its type as far as I am aware. Stands a nice size at 10.25 inches tall, 11 5/8 inches on a custom stand. In remarkable condition--near mint--no damage, repair, or patina issues. Stand-out item. In nearly 40 years of collecting and selling,this is one of my all-time favorites.