Carved Lapis Lazuli in the Shape of Conch Shell with the Seven Ancient Buddhas in Relief, 18th century, Qing dynasty

Carved Lapis Lazuli in the Shape of Conch Shell with the Seven Ancient Buddhas in Relief, 18th century, Qing dynasty

• Image Number: K1D001962N000000000PAC
• Dynasty: Qing dynasty
• Category: Miscellaneous objects
• Archival dimension: 長17.2公分 寬9.7公分
• Function: Magic instrument
• Material: Minerals/jade and jewelry/lapis lazuli
• Description:
  Qing Palace Works, 18th Century. The lapis lazuli is carved in the shape of a seven layered sinistral spiral. Flat mouth, copper clad gold plated plate, inlaid with gravel of various colors. The surface of the instrument is embossed and painted with golden patterns of seven Buddhas, lotus petals and beads.