Lot 7018

Tibetan Manjushri Wisdom Fire Sword

Sold July 19, 2025

Price realized
$95

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $200 – $500

Origin: Tibet, early 20th century

Medium: Iron and Brass

Dimension: 14.5×2.5in

Condition: There is some ware and spotting

Description: A Tibetan Buddhist straight iron and brass Manjushri ritual wisdom fire sword or flaming sword used as a symbol of enlightenment and the cutting away of ignorance. Used in Vajrayana Buddhism and Hinduism as well as associated with bodhisattva Manjushri who is known as the embodiment of wisdom. The sword is iron and decorated with a brass dragon as the handle and flams decorate the tip.

Lot details

Lot
7018
Closed
July 19, 2025

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