Conch Shell Horn

Reference: TB-1636
Origin: Tibet
Age (est): 17^th ~ 18^th Century
Medium: conch shell
Dimensions:

• Diameter: 6 1/2" (16.5cm)
• Width: 3 1/2" (8.9cm)

Weight: 595g
Condition: Good

Notes: A beautiful, thick walled, Tibetan ritual white conch shell horn trumpet, with heavy feel, dating from the 17th century. Special to this trumpet, are the unique carvings, including a lotus blossom as well as several spirals. The conch shell is known in Buddhism as one of the eight Buddhist emblems.