Large Artisan Bhairab Mask No.75 Shakers Specifications: 55cm High | 10"-11"

Specifications: 55cm High | 10"-11" ⌀ Head

Similar to hang drums and steel drums

Solid metal cast bell known as a ghanta in Buddhism

3cm plus hanging loop

Large Artisan Bhairab Mask No.75 Shakers Specifications: 55cm High | 10"-11"This large, bold and beautifully carved wooden mask has been hand made and painted by Newari artisans in Nepal. This amazing piece depicts Bhairab (also known as Bhairava or Mahakala, ) a fierce aspect of the Hindu god Shiva. These effigies are often hung above doors and entranceways and are said to be protective of a house or temple. Depicted with a crown of five skulls symbolising the transmutation of negative afflictions (greed, aggression,