Large Artisan Bhairab Mask No.75 Shakers Solid metal cast bell known

Solid metal cast bell known as a ghanta in Buddhism

Specifications: ø11cm × 20cm high

hard wearing and 100% hecho en Mexico

3cm plus hanging loop

Specifications: 55cm High | 10"-11" ⌀ Head

Large Artisan Bhairab Mask No.75 Shakers Solid metal cast bell knownThis large, bold and beautifully carved wooden mask has been hand made and painted by Newari artisans in Nepal. This amazing piece depicts Bhairab (also known as Bhairava or Mahakala, ) a fierce aspect of the Hindu god Shiva. These effigies are often hung above doors and entranceways and are said to be protective of a house or temple. Depicted with a crown of five skulls symbolising the transmutation of negative afflictions (greed, aggression,