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BOISGIRARD - ANTONINI

Estimate €1,500 - €2,500
Description
GARUDA PENDANT Nepal — gold, turquoise and rubies An amulet pendant in repoussé and chiselled gold depicting Garuda, the divine bird-man, with outstretched wings, seizing a serpent (naga) which he is devouring, standing on a lotus-blossom pedestal. The eyes are set with ruby cabochons; the wings, hands and feet are inlaid with turquoise. Loop at the top. 18-carat gold (750 ‰). Nepal, Newar craftsmanship. Presumed to date from the 19th century. Height: 5.1 cm — Gross weight: 17 g. Condition: one eye has been replaced.
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About the sale Charity sale in aid of the Petits Frères Des Pauvres charity
Auction location
Auction time 10/25/2026 at 10:00 AM
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