Description
Tsongkhapa Tibetan Master Statue: Emblem of Wisdom and
Emanating profound wisdom, this Tsongkhapa Tibetan master statue offers a serene presence for any spiritual space. Standing 29 cm (11.4 inches) tall with a substantial copper body, this exquisite Buddhist art piece is meticulously hand-gilded in radiant 24K gold, exuding a gentle warmth and inviting profound contemplation. With a base width of 9.1 inches (23 cm) and a weight of 3.84 kg, the statue is a remarkable addition to any collection. Covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and carved with deeply engraved designs that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect, it serves as a symbol of peace and enlightenment.
The iconography of Tsongkhapa, with his hands in the teaching mudra and lotus flowers supporting a sword and a book, symbolises his profound wisdom and his role in cutting through ignorance. The sword represents the sharpness of his insight, cutting through delusion and falsehood, while the book signifies his deep scholarly understanding of Buddhist teachings. This meditation statue serves as a powerful reminder of purity, scholarly insight, and dedicated spiritual practice. The lotus flowers beneath his hands reflect the blossoming of wisdom and compassion, untouched by worldly impurities, guiding practitioners towards enlightenment through disciplined study and meditation.
Size: 11.4”/29cm (Height) x 9.1”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 3.84 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Je Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) was a pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, renowned as a great scholar, yogi, and reformer. He founded the Gelug school, emphasising a return to the purity of the monastic Vinaya, extensive study of sutra and tantra, and the integration of both ethical discipline and profound meditation practice into the path to enlightenment.