A GILT BRONZE VAJRA Tibet, 18^th – 19^th century. The central flattened globular knob flanked by lotus petals and beaded edges extending to four pronged ends issuing from expressively cast, distinct makara heads.

Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and casting flaws. Few minuscule nicks and light scratches.
Provenance: Swiss private collection.

Weight: 274 g
Dimensions: Length 14.5 cm

Auction result comparison: Compare a related gilt copper alloy vajra, dated to the 17th century, but of larger size (17.5 cm), at Bonhams New York in Indian, Himalayan & Southeast Asian Art on 17 March 2014, lot 59, sold for USD 11,250.