A three legged folding iron support, two brass bowls, three beaded circular ring supports and a wooden ornament [Early 18th century]

A three legged folding iron support, two brass bowls, three beaded circular ring supports and a wooden ornament. Together these items form a portable kit for the Lama Manipa performer to construct into a multilayered geometric offering mandala of barley grains and other elements.. Creation dates: Early 18th century. Date suggested by current owner. Custodial history: An item owned by the family of Buchen Pema Tsewang and passed down through generations of Lama Mani in Tibet. Following his death the material has been handed down to his son Pema Choephel who is not a practising Lama Manipa. Extent and format of original material: One mandala. Owner(s) of original material: Pema Choephel. Material inherited from his late father, the Lama Manipa Buchen Pema Tsewang.