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Astamangala, established in 1979, is the only gallery in Holland specializing in ancient art and ethnographic objects from the Himalayan region. The main focus is on Buddhist art from Tibet, with a collection of - thangkas ranging from the 12th to the beginning of the 20th century, - bronzes, with an emphasis on the earlier styles (till the 17th century), - ritual objects, - furniture, - textiles and rugs, etc. Included are of course objects from countries like Bhutan and Mongolia. Besides Himalayan art we also offer a wide range in Nepalese and Indian art. Especially bronzes, miniature-paintings on paper (15th-19th century) and textiles.