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TOBO-00829 |
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Set of 2 incense burners, used by the Hindu priest on Bali during ceremonies or rituals. Local name; Padamaran |
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1900-1950 |
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This burner is used by the Pedanda, the Balinese priest, to help him perform certain rituals during ceremonies, like tooth filing, marriage or the blessing of a temple.The two figures are the naga, the holy snake ,at the front, and the nandi at the back. Nandi is the travel animal of Shiva.
The last three photos show a priest performing a ritual with the padamaran in the right hand.
Collectors item.
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VERY HIGH QUALITY |
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Height 18 cm - Width 22 cm |
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In proper condition.
These two burners show that they were not made in mass-series or with a mold.
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