Hanging lamp in a shape of a Temple
Description
Hanging lamps are generally used as a backdrop to images in temples and household shrines. As they are hung high these lamps cast their light broadly and illuminate the images of deities placed in shrines.
Sir Ratan Tata Art Collection.
Collection
Himalayan Art
Object Type
Lamp
Material
Brass
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
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Date
19th Century CE
Location
Nepal
Dimension
55.2 x 30.8 cms