Tibetan Cham mask, snow tiger
- Carved and painted wooden mask, its colors and the skulls decorating its diadem represent a wrathful deity, protector of practitioners and teachings(Dharmapala)
within esoteric Buddhism(Vajrayāna). - Despite their often aggressive appearance, they are beneficial deities. (Protector)
- The power emanating from Cham masks illustrates the immense energy required for consciousness to confront and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of spiritual liberation. Cham dances are performed by monks during important festivals that bring them together in the monastery courtyard with the faithful.
- Tibet or Nepal, early 20th century.
- Provenance: Estate of collector and art dealer Claude de Marteau.
- Approx. H 43 cm x W 23 cm x D 16 cm
- Sold without base, with normal wear and tear and minor period accidents (see photo).
Sold
