Mongolian Silver Amulet Pendant with Manjushri Image

Mongolian silver framed amulet pendant, early 20th century, of rectangular form with glass front and sliding rear brass panel, with two loops accommodating use as a necklace, the front featuring a small image painted depicting Manjushri, with further documents within the case including hand made paper with Tibetan script and a textile panel, 3.74 in. x 2.95 in. Provenance: originally purchased from Michael Backman limited, London, UK 2021. Original receipt included with sale.

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Amulet - Often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol, an amulet is an object worn as a charm to protect the wearer from an evil, such as disease or witchcraft.

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Oriental deities, other materials - Manjushri 6
oriental jewellery
- necklaces 428
- pendants and lockets 555