Tsongkhapa - Bronze - Asia
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Bronze sculpture titled Tsongkhapa from Asia, in good condition, 18 cm wide, 23 cm high, 12 cm deep, weight 2185 g, signed.
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* Dutch seller with more than 25 years of experience in Tibet, Nepal and China
* No extra costs for European buyers — no customs duties, import VAT or handling charges, which you will pay with all other Asian sellers on this auction
* 100% transparent — all photos are taken by us and show exactly the item you will receive
* No intermediaries — we ship our products ourselves, directly to you via easy-to-follow Track and Trace codes
* Lightning-fast shipping — always within 2 business days, usually within 1 business day
* Honest & combined shipping costs — combined shipping active on all our auction items
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Tsongkhapa (1357-1419) is one of the most influential figures in Tibetan Buddhism and the founder of the Gelug school, also known as the "Yellow Hat School".
Who was Tsongkhapa? Born Lobsang Drakpa in East Tibet, he showed extraordinary intelligence from a young age. He studied among more than 100 masters and mastered all major Buddhist traditions of his time.
Based on his deep knowledge he reformed Tibetan Buddhism.
Main contributions:
Founder of the Gelug school: Emphasized monastic discipline, study and ethics
Reforms: Restored purity in
monastic practices and scholastic traditions
Writings: Wrote important works on Madhyamaka philosophy and tantra
Ganden Monastery: Founded the Ganden Monastery in 1409, the main monastery of the Gelug tradition
Iconography: Tsongkhapa is usually depicted:
With a yellow pointed hat (symbol of the Gelug school)
In meditation posture
With two lotuses on his shoulders on which a sword (wisdom) and book (knowledge) rest
Often with a serene, slightly smiling expression
Spiritual meaning:
Embodiment of Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom
Symbol of learned study combined with practice
Protector of Dharma and pure teaching
Legacy: The Dalai Lamas belong to the Gelug tradition founded by Tsongkhapa, whose influence continues to this day in Tibetan Buddhism worldwide.
This item can be shipped together with other items from me in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once
Weight: 2185 grams.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google Translate* Dutch seller with more than 25 years of experience in Tibet, Nepal and China
* No extra costs for European buyers — no customs duties, import VAT or handling charges, which you will pay with all other Asian sellers on this auction
* 100% transparent — all photos are taken by us and show exactly the item you will receive
* No intermediaries — we ship our products ourselves, directly to you via easy-to-follow Track and Trace codes
* Lightning-fast shipping — always within 2 business days, usually within 1 business day
* Honest & combined shipping costs — combined shipping active on all our auction items
* Flexible shipping — after payment you can easily specify a desired shipping date
* 100% Reliable — Your package will always be shipped, regardless of the final bid.
Tsongkhapa (1357-1419) is one of the most influential figures in Tibetan Buddhism and the founder of the Gelug school, also known as the "Yellow Hat School".
Who was Tsongkhapa? Born Lobsang Drakpa in East Tibet, he showed extraordinary intelligence from a young age. He studied among more than 100 masters and mastered all major Buddhist traditions of his time.
Based on his deep knowledge he reformed Tibetan Buddhism.
Main contributions:
Founder of the Gelug school: Emphasized monastic discipline, study and ethics
Reforms: Restored purity in
monastic practices and scholastic traditions
Writings: Wrote important works on Madhyamaka philosophy and tantra
Ganden Monastery: Founded the Ganden Monastery in 1409, the main monastery of the Gelug tradition
Iconography: Tsongkhapa is usually depicted:
With a yellow pointed hat (symbol of the Gelug school)
In meditation posture
With two lotuses on his shoulders on which a sword (wisdom) and book (knowledge) rest
Often with a serene, slightly smiling expression
Spiritual meaning:
Embodiment of Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom
Symbol of learned study combined with practice
Protector of Dharma and pure teaching
Legacy: The Dalai Lamas belong to the Gelug tradition founded by Tsongkhapa, whose influence continues to this day in Tibetan Buddhism worldwide.
This item can be shipped together with other items from me in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once
Weight: 2185 grams.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Asia
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Tsongkhapa
Signature
Signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
23 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
2185 g
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