Pen Case from Tibet

Size:

37 cm long

Diameter 2,2 cm

Region:

Derge, Eastern Tibet

Type:

Container for writing instruments

Age/Period:

18/19th century

Material:

Brass, Copper, Iron

Condition:

very good

Description:

Pencase in two cylinderical pieces with lotus bud finials at each end

Decorated with dragons and floral designs

This fine example of Tibetan  metal work is probably from the Derge kingdom of eastern Tibet.

JT-10-erlo- BBEE