#74 • Five Tibetan Vajra Dorje Phurpa Ritual Tools

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $45.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $150 - $300 Origin: Tibet Medium: Bronze and metal Dimension: Largest measures 9.75x3x3 in. Condition: Light patina and wear on each Description: Five Tibetan vajra dorje phurpa, which are ritual tools used in Buddhism and Hinduism and symbolize the properties of a diamond and thunderbolt which are indestructibility and irresistible force. They are used for meditation and mindfulness exercises. There is one larger vajra that is bronze with some green patina. It has crown shapes on both ends with 6 prongs on each side. Also includes four smaller vajra that vary in metal coloring, with swirling embossed features.