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Tall Offering Table
OriginTibet
Date19th century
Dimensions28 1/2 × 35 1/4 × 16 1/4 in.
MediumWood, pigments
Classification(s)
Credit LineRubin Museum of Art, Gift of Sandy Song Yan
Object numberC2012.5
DescriptionOffering tables like this hold offerings and ritual implements for a lama or ritual specialist to use during ceremonies. The table is usually positioned to the right of the throne or seat of the lama performing the ritual. Offering tables vary in height and purpose in Tibetan religious settings. This example is a tall table that was deeply carved and then painted. The central upper section shows the symbolic three jewels flanked by dragons and cloud motifs. Carvings imitating bamboo, a square knot, and textile designs decorate the rest.18th century
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Mid-19th century