Carved Sankha (Conch Shell) Wood In art the vajra is

In art the vajra is an attribute of many divinities

his presence radiating the profound wisdom and serenity that form the foundation of the path to enlightenment

Shakyamuni’s left hand rests in his lap in the gesture of meditation

These traditional windows have been present in the Nepalese architecture from the 15th century

most of which are purely made of wood

Carved Sankha (Conch Shell) Wood In art the vajra isHandcarved Conch Shell Sankha. This nepalese handcrafted conch looks remarkable and will be a perfect gift for someone who loves antique items. In Hindu mythology, the shankha is a sacred emblem of the Hindu preserver god Vishnu. It is still used as a trumpet in Hindu ritual, and in the past was used as a war trumpet. The shankha is praised in Hindu scriptures as a giver of fame, longevity and prosperity, the cleanser of sin and the abode of goddess