Garuda (Khyung) - Gilded bronze - Tibet - 20th century
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One 20th‑century Tibetan gilded bronze statue of Garuda (Khyung), 20.5 cm high, 21.5 cm wide, 7.5 cm deep, weighing 1.6 kg, with provenance from Antiekmarkt.
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Iconography - Garuda (Khyung):
Identity:
Garuda (Sanskrit) / Khyung (Tibetan: ཁྱུང་) - the mythical bird king
Half man, half eagle - protective deity in Buddhism
Enemy of naga (snakes) and a symbol of spiritual power.
Physical characteristics:
Bird head with a sharp beak and crown/diadem
Human body with a muscular torso in a dynamic pose
Outstretched wings with a detailed feather structure in gilt bronze
Powerful talons as feet, standing on a lotus throne
Staff/scepter held horizontally (possibly a naga/snake)
Symbolism:
Protection against negative forces and obstacles
Wisdom that pierces through illusions
Speed and spiritual transformation
Often associated with Vajrapani or as an independent guardian
Weight: 1.6 kilograms.
This object can be shipped together with other objects of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping once.
Seller's Story
With more than 20 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is chosen with care for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packaged to ensure safe delivery.
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine objects within the same auction. If you want to purchase multiple objects from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message to reduce shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateIconography - Garuda (Khyung):
Identity:
Garuda (Sanskrit) / Khyung (Tibetan: ཁྱུང་) - the mythical bird king
Half man, half eagle - protective deity in Buddhism
Enemy of naga (snakes) and a symbol of spiritual power.
Physical characteristics:
Bird head with a sharp beak and crown/diadem
Human body with a muscular torso in a dynamic pose
Outstretched wings with a detailed feather structure in gilt bronze
Powerful talons as feet, standing on a lotus throne
Staff/scepter held horizontally (possibly a naga/snake)
Symbolism:
Protection against negative forces and obstacles
Wisdom that pierces through illusions
Speed and spiritual transformation
Often associated with Vajrapani or as an independent guardian
Weight: 1.6 kilograms.
This object can be shipped together with other objects of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping once.
Seller's Story
With more than 20 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is chosen with care for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packaged to ensure safe delivery.
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine objects within the same auction. If you want to purchase multiple objects from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message to reduce shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Tibet
Material
Gilded bronze
Height
20.5 cm
Width
21.5 cm
Title of artwork
Garuda (Khyung)
Depth
7.5 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Antique market
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