Ritual Offerings in Tibetan Art

Skullcup with Lid and Stand
Eastern Tibet, c. 1900–1950
Human skull, repoussé copper electroplated with silver, and cast brass electroplated with silver; interior with silver fittings and turquoise
(a) Skull: 3 3/16 x 7 1/4 x 6 3/16 in. (8.09 x 18.41 x 15.71 cm);
(b) Lid: 3 7/8 x 6 15/16 x 5 11/16 in (9.84 x 17.62 x 14.44 cm);
(c) Stand: 3 11/16 x 6 1/8 x 6 3/16 in. (9.36 x 15.56 x 15.72 cm)

Purchased with funds provided by Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Manheim
LACMA (M.82.201a–c)

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