Golden Tsongkhapa Statue set: Powerful Spiritual Artwork.
This Tsongkhapa Statue Set features three magnificent, handcrafted statues: Tsongkhapa, standing 21.7” (55 cm) tall with a 15.6” (39.5 cm) base, and Khedrup and Gyaltsab, each standing 17.7” (45 cm) tall with a 13.2” (33.5 cm) base. Together, the set weighs 42.08 kg. Expertly crafted from copper and adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings, these statues are covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. Representing influential spiritual figures in Tibetan Buddhism, this set makes an impressive centerpiece for altars, meditation spaces, or sacred collections seeking profound devotional energy.
Tsongkhapa, the revered philosopher and founder of the Gelug tradition, is shown in serene meditation, his hands at chest level forming the Dharmachakra Mudra—the teaching gesture. From his hands bloom two lotus stems: the left crowned with a flaming sword, symbolizing the sharp clarity of wisdom slicing through ignorance; the right bearing the Prajñāpāramitā Sutra, embodying the perfection of wisdom at the heart of his teachings. Flanking him are his loyal disciples, Je Gyaltsab and Je Khedrup, each making the Vitarka Mudra, the sign of thoughtful debate, highlighting their role as guardians and sharers of the Dharma. Holding scriptures, they represent the living thread of Tsongkhapa’s enlightened legacy. This remarkable set beautifully tells the story of wisdom, tradition, and the ongoing journey of insight.
Tsongkhapa Statue Size: 21.7”/55cm (Height) x 15.6”/39.5cm (Base)
Khedrup Statue Size: 17.7”/45cm (Height) x 13.2”/33.5cm (Base)
Gyaltsab Statue Size: 17.7”/45cm (Height) x 13.2”/33.5cm (Base)
Total Weight: 42.08kg
Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) is a well-known Tibetan religious philosopher. A devout monk, Tsongkhapa undertook the challenging task of compiling and studying all the Indian Buddhist classics available in Tibet during his time. In his iconic form, wearing a tall, yellow hat, he is the center of the Gelugpa sect, which was dominant in Tibet until the Chinese takeover in 1951, and whose de facto leader is the Dalai Lama.
Khedrup Je (1385–1438) was one of the foremost disciples of Je Tsongkhapa, founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. Renowned for his profound scholarship, spiritual realization, and compassionate teachings, Khedrup Je made significant contributions to the development of Gelug philosophy and practice. He is often regarded as an emanation of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, embodying deep insight and wisdom in his role as a key teacher and lineage holder.
Gyaltsab Je (1364–1432) was another principal disciple of Je Tsongkhapa and an important figure in the Gelug tradition. Known for his exceptional mastery of Buddhist philosophy and debate, Gyaltsab Je played a vital role in preserving and spreading Tsongkhapa’s teachings. He is often considered an emanation of Vajrapani, symbolizing the power and activity necessary to protect and uphold the Dharma.
