Vintage 8 Pieces Handmade Asta Mangal Paper With Symbols - From Nepal - Ephemera

8 Pieces of Handmade Paper From Nepal

Asta Mangal Paper - with eight signs (one sign on each piece)

Paper measures about 7" x 9 1/2"

Paper is unused, but vintage

Includes separate guide which provides information on the paper, the symbols, and the process.

Guide paper:

Asta Mangal Paper (Original)

These eight auspicious signs: they are known as Asta Mangal in Nepal and Tashi Tag Gay in Tibetan. These signs are figured in the Buddha's footprints and are commonly seen in Nepalese and tibetan icons. They are printed from hand-carved wooden blocks on paper, hand made according to an ancient process from the bark of daphne bush. Printed in the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal.

The Couch Shell is the symbol of Victory.
The Lotus is the Symbol of spiritual purity.
The Endless Knot is the Symbol of long-life
The Pitcher is the Symbol of mental purity
The Fish is the Symbol of spiritual wealth
The Umbrella is the Symbol of spiritual supremacy
The Fan or Banner is the Symbol of Power of Learning
The Wheel is the Wheel of Dharma Chakra

$30 - $65

Consistent with age and use.

18%

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Sunday, 6/27, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm

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