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How do I set up a Tibetan altar?

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How do I set up a Tibetan altar?
To set up a Tibetan altar, hang a painting depicting Shakyamuni Buddha on the wall above the altar or place a Shakyamuni Buddha statue on the center of the altar. You can add depictions of other Buddhas or Bodhisattvas if you wish. Place a replica of the Stupa of Enlightenment one level below these artworks. You'll find a selection of altar tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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18th/19th Century Bronze Tibetan Altar Piece - 8629
Located in Ukiah, CA
Beautiful 18th/19th century bronze Tibetan Altar Piece. I've not seen one like this before. Very
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Antiquities

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Bronze

17-19thC Antique Tibetan Altar, 8193
Located in Ukiah, CA
17-19thC Antique Tibetan altar from the estate of the great comedian Gary Shandling. The main part
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Antique 18th Century Tibetan Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Tibetan Cabinet / Altar Cabinet
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
. Tibetan altar cabinets were originally used as family altars for storage of religious items such as
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Antique Early 1800s Tibetan Furniture

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Elm

20th Century Vintage Tibetan Massive Painted Altar Table, Console
Located in Pomona, CA
maintained very good condition. It shows the traditional style of Tibetan art cultural. This altar table is
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Mid-20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Furniture

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Wood

Antique Tibetan Elm Pegam Apothecary Bookcase Chest Altar Cabinet Bench Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique Tibetan Pegam book chest bench seat. Made of elm with serpentine form and vibrant hand
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Cabinets

Materials

Elm, Paint

Antique Chinese Deer & Flower Tibetan Polychrome Painted Altar Cabinet Sideboard
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, highly decorative, Antique Tibetan
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

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