1862 Old Himalayan Tibetan Necklace - Deer motif DISC-26MAY and floral star patterns symbolizing

and floral star patterns symbolizing the fragrant ivory offering flower

Navadurga Ganjifa from Orrisa

This motif is one of the signatures of the weaving region

with a maid and a male deity

Exquisitely executed

1862 Old Himalayan Tibetan Necklace - Deer motif DISC-26MAY and floral star patterns symbolizingExquisitely crafted bead necklace with deer motifs Deer are considered auspicious in the Tibetan culture and free roaming deer were seen in the grounds surrounding the Potala palace (personal experience, 2007) Such intricate crafting is usually seen in only important ritual objects. Consists of seven bits strung on a red thread. The bits are heavy and possibly made of copper inners and gilted with gold Angled so that it sits perfectly on the neck.