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Tsongkhapa Sacred Sculpture with Disciples: A Legacy of Wisdom and Lineage
Tsongkhapa sacred rupa embodies the profound wisdom, ethical discipline, and enlightened teachings of the founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. This magnificent sculpture is meticulously handcrafted in Nepal, standing 32cm (12.6 inches) tall with a 22.5cm (8.8 inches) base and weighing 12.65kg, offering a commanding and distinguished presence for Buddhist altars, meditation halls, monasteries, or sacred spiritual collections. Expertly crafted from a solid oxidized copper body and enhanced with intricate acrylic painting, this exceptional piece showcases the refined artistry of traditional Himalayan craftsmanship. The serene expression of Tsongkhapa, accompanied by his two principal disciples, symbolizes the unbroken transmission of authentic Buddhist wisdom, inspiring devotion, study, and meditative realization.
Tsongkhapa is traditionally depicted seated in the vajra posture upon a lotus throne, wearing the distinctive yellow pandita hat that identifies him as the great reformer and founder of the Gelug tradition. His hands are held in the Dharmachakra Mudra (Gesture of Turning the Wheel of Dharma), symbolizing the continuous teaching of the Buddha's doctrine. Rising from lotus stems beside his shoulders are the Sword of Wisdom and the Prajnaparamita Sutra, representing the union of penetrating insight and the perfection of wisdom. Seated beside him are his two foremost disciples, Gyaltsab Je and Khedrup Je, who faithfully preserved and transmitted his teachings. Both disciples are portrayed in monastic robes with composed expressions, emphasizing their devotion and scholarly accomplishment. The finely sculpted details, elegant acrylic painting, and rich oxidized copper finish beautifully highlight every sacred feature, creating an authentic Himalayan representation of Tsongkhapa's lineage and enduring spiritual legacy.
Size: 12.6”/32cm (Height) x 8.8”/22.5cm (Base)
Weight: 12.65 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Acrylic Painting
Je Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) was a pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, whose reforms led to the founding of the Gelug school, one of the four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Renowned for his rigorous scholarship, ethical purity, and profound meditative realization, he wrote extensive commentaries on sutra and tantra, emphasizing the gradual path to enlightenment. His teachings continue to form the bedrock of Gelug practice and philosophy.
A cherished embodiment of spiritual lineage, crafted to inspire devotion and continuous learning within any sacred space.