{"product_id":"thangtong-gyalpo-buddhist-master-statue","title":"Thangtong Gyalpo Buddhist Master Statue | Sacred Himalayan Figure","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThangtong Gyalpo Buddhist Master Statue: A Beacon of Enlightened Ingenuity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its distinctive bearded portrait and warm contrast of brown and gold, this Thangtong Gyalpo Buddhist Master Statue brings individual character to a sacred collection. The copper sculpture measures 9.25 inches (23.5 cm) in height, spans a 7.09-inch (18 cm) base, and weighs 2.1 kg. Its finish combines 24K gold gilding, acrylic painting, and gemstone embellishments. Golden accents frame the face, arms, and draped garments, while painted gray hair and a flowing beard distinguish the master’s appearance. A rectangular throne with a decorative cloth descending at the front completes the composition. The compact proportions make this piece suitable for a personal shrine or a display honoring the teachers of Himalayan Buddhism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThangtong Gyalpo is shown as an elderly yogi, with hair gathered above his head, a long beard, and large circular earrings. He sits with crossed legs, conveying the steadiness of a seasoned meditation practitioner. His right hand extends over the knee holding chain links, an identifying attribute that recalls his renowned work constructing iron suspension bridges across Tibet. His left hand supports a ritual vessel in his lap, appearing here as a longevity vase, associated with the aspiration for a long life devoted to beneficial activity. The draped clothing and unadorned head emphasize his identity as a Buddhist master. Together, the chain and vessel connect spiritual practice with practical service, honoring a teacher remembered for helping others through both religious activity and bridge building.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25”\/23.5cm (Height) x 7.09”\/18cm (Base)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Gemstones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThangtong Gyalpo (1385–1464), often known as the 'Iron Bridge Builder,' was a highly accomplished Tibetan mahasiddha, physician, and engineer. He is revered for his extraordinary contributions, including the construction of numerous iron chain bridges across Tibet and Bhutan, and for founding the Ache Lhamo, the Tibetan opera tradition. His life was dedicated to practical works for the public good and the dissemination of Dharma teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HY","offers":[{"title":"23.5cm x 18cm","offer_id":55562768318755,"sku":"TGHY24580","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/6517\/9590\/files\/download_c4b2c7d8-bebc-417e-bfc9-202259331497.jpg?v=1788678997","url":"https:\/\/www.termatree.com\/products\/thangtong-gyalpo-buddhist-master-statue","provider":"termatree","version":"1.0","type":"link"}