Null Bodhisattva Buddha, Tibet, c. 1900, bronze with remnants of gilding, h 10 c…

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Bodhisattva Buddha, Tibet, c. 1900, bronze with remnants of gilding, h 10 cm, w 7 cm, d 5 cm. 4428-145

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Bodhisattva Buddha, Tibet, c. 1900, bronze with remnants of gilding, h 10 cm, w 7 cm, d 5 cm. 4428-145

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Estim. 300 - 400 EUR

Vajrapani. Tibet, 19th century. Bronze. It shows signs of use and wear. Measurements: 24 x 19 x 8 cm. Vajrapani appears here represented in warrior attitude, carrying in one hand the vajra and in the other a rope bow that symbolizes the union of the beings with the ultimate truth. Vajrapani is one of the first bodhisattvas to appear in Mahayana Buddhism. He is the protector and guide of Gautama Buddha and symbolizes the power of Buddha. Vajrapani is also called Chana Dorji and Chador and is widely depicted in Buddhist iconography as one of the first three protector deities or bodhisattvas surrounding the Buddha. Each of them symbolizes one of the Buddha's virtues: Manyushri manifests all the wisdom of the Buddhas, Avalokitevara manifests the immense compassion of all the Buddhas and Vajrapani protects the Buddha and manifests all the power of the Buddhas. He is worshipped in Shaolin Monastery, in Tibetan Buddhism and in Pure Land Buddhism (where he is known as Mahasthamaprapta and forms a triad with Amit?bha and Avalokite?vara). Manifestations of Vajrap?ni can also be found in many Buddhist temples in China, Taiwan and Japan as Dharma protectors guarding the doors of monasteries and temples. Vajrap?ni is also associated with Acala, where he is serenaded as a vajra holder.

Estim. 300 - 400 EUR

Tibetan Buddha, 19th century. "Manjushri". Patinated bronze. It presents marks of use and wear. Measurements: 22 x 14 x 10 cm. Manjushri is a bodhisattva who represents the supreme wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. He appears here represented with a proliferation of arms carrying a sword (symbolizing the power of wisdom to cut ignorance and illusions), books and scrolls rolled up (representing knowledge and sacred teachings). Manjushri personifies the wisdom that leads to enlightenment and serves as a spiritual guide for practitioners who aspire to understand the deep truths of the universe and to be liberated from suffering.

Estim. 300 - 400 EUR

Tibetan Buddha, 19th century. "Vajrasattva". Gilded bronze, with colored crystals set. It presents marks of use and wear. Measurements: 23 x 15 x 10 cm. Vajrasattva adopting the posture of meditation. He holds a dorje in his right hand (symbol of spiritual power) and a bell (ghanta) in his right hand, symbol of wisdom. Vajrasattva is a bodhisattva in the Mahayana and Mantrayana Buddhist traditions. In Chinese Buddhism and the Japanese Shingon tradition, Vajrasattva is the esoteric aspect of the bodhisattva Samantabhadra and is commonly associated with the practicing student who, through the teachings of the master, attains a solid, subtle and refined foundation in his esoteric practice. In Tibetan Buddhism, Vajrasattva is associated with sambhogakaya and purification practice. Vajrasattva appears mainly in two Buddhist texts: the Mahavairocana Sutra and the Vajrasekhara Sutra. In the Diamond Kingdom Mandala, Vajrasattva sits to the east near Akshobhya Buddha. In some esoteric lineages, Nagarjuna is said to have met Vajrasattva in an iron tower in South India, and taught him tantra, thus transmitting the esoteric teachings to more historical figures. Vajrasattva's name translates as "Diamond Self" or "Ray Self." The vajra, a symbol of deep understanding, is associated with esoteric Buddhism.

Estim. 5 000 - 7 000 EUR

IMPORTANT GILT BRONZE SCULPTURE, TIBET XIX CENTURY Depicting Buddha Vajradhara in traditional pose. Lotus flower shelf base. Gold mark under base. Measures 32 x 19.5 x 12 cm.

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