Ritual ImplementsTibetan20th century

Prayer Wheel

early 20th century

Classification

Ritual Implements

Medium

Bronze with jade fitting and wood handle

Culture

Tibetan

Century

20th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 26.5 cm (10 7/16 in.)

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