M2257
Tibetan Buddhist Brass, Copper and Wood Antique Prayer Wheel (Mani)
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DETAILS
This antique, hand-held Buddhist mani prayer wheel is also known as a khorten or chos-kor or wheel of Dharma. This example has a long wooden handle with a cylindrical wooden case with brass strapping and topped by a finial. A small round ball hangs from a string to create a rhythm when the wheel is spun. From Tibet, India.
DATE
19th century
DIMENSIONS
Width 3.5 Depth 3.5 Height 13 inches
CONDITION
Note: handle end missing metal cap at the bottom of the wooden handle.
