Rare Amazing Antique Tibetan Carved Wood Temple Altar Scroll Box Early 1800’s

An antique Tibetan Buddhism intricately and beautifully hand carved wooden temple box. With one side having two carved dragons and the other side a phoenix bird. There are Tibetan symbols and Himalayan vegetal scrolling carved throughout. I believe this box was used for scrolls or kept on an altar. It dates to approximately the early 19th century, but possibly much earlier. It is a very old box. The box appears to be carved from one piece of wood with some piercing showing through on the dragon side (please see photos). It measures: 11 1/4 in tall (to the top of lid) x 7 in wide x 13 in long. The height of the box without the lid is 9 inches. It weighs 12 lbs. It is in good antique condition. It is very old and has expected inconsistencies relating to it’s age. The only issue is there is a piece of wood on one of the top side rims which looks like it was added later? It is also very old. It sits a bit higher than the rest of the top rim which causes the lid to not sit completely flat on top (please see photos). A truly rare and unique one of a kind collectible piece showcasing the rich culture of Tibet. Please message me with any questions and thanks for looking.

Antique Rare early 17th century GERMAN carved Corpus Christi Home Altar Crucifix

Rare early 17th century GERMAN painted wooden framed carved. Corpus Christi/ Home Altar. These miniature (counted small size in their own time) altarpieces were the centre of private chapels. And cells of noblemen and clerics and, as such, they formed the focus of their solitary prayers and confessions. The work of the sculptor is remarkable. By exaggerating the size of certain anatomical parts, it amplifies the subject’s strength. The quality of the carving is particularly evident in the facial expression and the fine curls of the face. Alongside the skilful rendering of the anatomy, the figure is also characterised by the naturalistic ponderation. Of the upper and lower body. With vertical hairline cracks and yellowing. Mounted on a velvet covered wooden panel. Most of the time only the corpus remained without the frame holding it. Very rare, well preserved original condition, Southern Germany, around 1700. 20k hammered price at several auctions this year! Size of frame : 28 x 33 cm. Gilding and painting is worn. Size of corpus : Height 15 cm, width of arms 10 cm. It can be removed from the frame. The item “Antique Rare early 17th century GERMAN carved Corpus Christi Home Altar Crucifix” is in sale since Monday, December 16, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Religion & Spirituality\Christianity\Crucifixes & Crosses”. The seller is “pipacs1010″ and is located in Wien. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Featured Refinements: Antique Home Altar
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Material: Wood & Other