Citipati head in copper, partially gilded and worked in repoussé. The mouth is wide open with a large dentition, the eye sockets are large and hollow, and the forehead is adorned with an ovoid urna worked in repoussé. At the back, a removable round plate secured by a leather cord allows access to the inside of the head, where the original charge can be seen. Tibet, 19th century 23 x 17 cm
Estimate
€500 - €600
Result
€837
Buyer's premium
29%
Citipati head in copper, partially gilded and worked in repoussé. The mouth is wide open with a large dentition, the eye sockets are large and hollow, and the forehead is adorned with an ovoid urna worked in repoussé. At the back, a removable round plate secured by a leather cord allows access to the inside of the head, where the original charge can be seen.
Tibet, 19th century
23 x 17 cm
Sale
Tuesday 27 June 2023・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 14 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris