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Antique Tibetan/Nepalese Bronze Ritual Butter Lamp Burner
★★★★★ 5.0 shop rating on Google · 131 Etsy salesAbout this piece
- One of a kind. Found by Aaron. No two are ever exactly the same.
- Photographed as it is, marks and all. 8 photos.
- Insured and tracked with Australia Post, to anywhere in the world. Free anywhere in Victoria.
- 30 days to change your mind. Full refund, you cover the return postage.
- Gives back. 5% of this sale goes to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
Item details
| Category | Antiques |
| How many | 1. One of a kind |
| Ships from | Preston, Melbourne |
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About this piece
A genuine antique Himalayan bronze butter lamp burner featuring a highly detailed wrathful deity face surrounded by an ornate crown of flames and jewels. This type of small standalone burner was traditionally used in Tibetan and Nepalese Buddhist ritual practice, where clarified butter or oil was burned as an offering on household or monastery altars.
The piece displays a classic protective deity visage, heavy hand-carved embellishments, and three small cast feet on the underside, confirming it was designed to sit as an independent altar object. Soot deposits inside the mouth show long-term devotional use, giving it a desirable authentic ritual patina.
Features:
• Origin: Tibet / Nepal (Himalayan region) • Era: Late 19th, early 20th century • Construction: to Solid bronze/brass alloy to Hand-cast with high-relief deity face and crown to Three integral cast feet for stability to Open mouth vent used as wick/flame outlet • Dimensions: approx. 16 cm wide x 14 cm tall • Style: Himalayan Buddhist ritual / wrathful protector iconography • Finish: Aged bronze with soot and devotional wear
Condition:
Authentic aged condition with significant surface patina from ritual use. Soot deposits are present inside the mouth opening. General wear to high points and decorative edges. Structurally solid with no breaks or repairs. Presents well as an antique ritual object.
Materials:
Solid bronze/brass alloy
Type:
Standalone ritual butter lamp burner / altar piece
A striking and atmospheric antique Himalayan ritual object, ideal for collectors of Buddhist artefacts, Tibetan bronzes, and ethnographic devotional pieces.
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What buyers say about the shop
Amazing rugs, dealing with Aaron was a delight. He is always quick to respond and more than accommodating with order changes. These rugs are much better than the photos show.
Had some troubles with the state of the world and shipping but they got it figured out and handled everything with the utmost professionalism and care, excellent folks.
Had some issues with postage, but the seller was great with keeping me updated and rectified the issue quickly. Has some excellent items, 10/10 would recommend.
Questions, answered
Is this the real thing?
Yes. Aaron picks every piece himself and photographs it as it is. Ask him anything about it.
Can I see more photos or a video?
Text Aaron on 0480 551 167 and he’ll send whatever you need.
How much is shipping outside Victoria?
Free in Victoria. Elsewhere in Australia it’s $15, $20 or $30 depending on size, and overseas $40, $60 or $85. Express is $15 more. Everything is insured and tracked. Outside Australia, any import tax is paid by the buyer.
Can I see it in person?
Yes. The shop is at 221 Gilbert Rd, Preston, open Thursday to Sunday, 10:30am to 6:30pm. Text Aaron first if you want this one put aside.
What if it doesn’t suit?
Send it back within 30 days for a full refund. You cover the return postage.
