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Betel box to keep lime
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Betel box to keep lime

An antique betel box used to keep lime (or chuna) in Bhutan reflects both the functional and artistic aspects of traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship. These antique betel boxes are not only practical items for storing lime and other betel nut chewing ingredients but also serve as valuable cultural artifacts with historical significance

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Buddha—also known as the "Eyes of Buddha" or "Buddha Eyes".

Key Elements in the Painting:

1. Buddha Eyes at the Center:

  • The prominent eyes symbolize the omniscience of the Buddha—his ability to see all.

  • The dot or third eye between the eyes represents spiritual awakening or divine insight.

  • The squiggly symbol where a nose would be is actually the Nepali number 1, symbolizing unity and the path to enlightenment.

2. Sacred Script in Circular Pattern:

  • Surrounding the Buddha Eyes are mantras or Buddhist sutras meticulously inscribed in a spiral or mandala format.

  • The most common mantra used in such designs is:

    "Om Mani Padme Hum"

    • This is the mantra of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.

    • Each syllable in the mantra purifies one of the six realms of existence.

Regular price $1,500.00 Price $750.00
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