Stupa - Bronze - Tibet - Late 20th century
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Description from the seller
This is a stupa (Tibetan: chörten), one of the most sacred symbols in Tibetan Buddhism.
The five elements (from bottom to top):
Square base with lotus: Symbolizes earth
Round dome (bumpa/ Vase): Symbolizes water
Conical spire (harmika): Symbolizes fire - here with the characteristic layered rings
Parasol/disc: Symbolizes air/wind
Lotus crown: Symbolizes space/ether and enlightenment
Symbolism:
The 13 rings on the spire represent the 13 steps to enlightenment
The lotus base stands for purity and spiritual development
The bumpa (vase-shaped) often contains sacred texts, mantras, or relics
The whole symbolizes the cosmic Mount Meru, the center of the Buddhist universe
Function: Used for meditation, as a focus for devotion, or as a protective object. Sometimes mantras, prayer flags, or small offerings are added. The stupa represents the physical manifestation of Buddha's mind.
The stupa is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured for shipping.
This object can be shipped together with other objects from me in this auction so you only pay shipping costs 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 TranslateThis is a stupa (Tibetan: chörten), one of the most sacred symbols in Tibetan Buddhism.
The five elements (from bottom to top):
Square base with lotus: Symbolizes earth
Round dome (bumpa/ Vase): Symbolizes water
Conical spire (harmika): Symbolizes fire - here with the characteristic layered rings
Parasol/disc: Symbolizes air/wind
Lotus crown: Symbolizes space/ether and enlightenment
Symbolism:
The 13 rings on the spire represent the 13 steps to enlightenment
The lotus base stands for purity and spiritual development
The bumpa (vase-shaped) often contains sacred texts, mantras, or relics
The whole symbolizes the cosmic Mount Meru, the center of the Buddhist universe
Function: Used for meditation, as a focus for devotion, or as a protective object. Sometimes mantras, prayer flags, or small offerings are added. The stupa represents the physical manifestation of Buddha's mind.
The stupa is in good used condition with signs of age. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured for shipping.
This object can be shipped together with other objects from me in this auction so you only pay shipping costs 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
Late 20th century
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Tibet
Material
Bronze
Height
17 cm
Width
8 cm
Title of artwork
Stupa
Depth
8 cm
Condition
Good condition
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