H: 17.5 cm

Vajra pestles are religious utensils used in Tibetan Buddhism that trace their origin back to an ancient type of Indian weapon. In the Tantric tradition, vajras are an implement used to overcome all sort of doubts and demons, a tool for dispelling evil influences with the power of the Buddhist law. Vajra pestle is also a symbol of indestructability and power, and often used in combination with a bell, which represents feminine wisdom, the vajra symbolizes the masculine attribute of skillful means or compassion. This lot is entirely gilded and features meticulously cast decorative designs.