Item Type: Tibetan Antique Statue
Style: Tibetan
Dimensions: Height: 8.07 in (20.5 cm) Diameter: 3.54 in (9 cm)
Materials and Techniques: Gilt Copper Painted
Place of Origin: Sera Monastery
Period: 19th Century
Condition: Good
This statue of Manjushri Bodhisattva is exquisitely carved and its appearance is very majestic.
The Bodhisattva wears a five-leaf crown with a flame orb on the top of her bun. Her ears are decorated with fan-shaped crown knots and U-shaped rolled ribbons. There are two locks of hair hanging down on both sides behind her head; her ears are large and hanging from the shoulders, and her ears are decorated with large petal-shaped earrings. . The forehead is high and broad, the eyebrows are like swords, the eyes are like autumn water, the eyes are looking down, full of infinite warmth; the bridge of the nose is straight, the lips are pursed into a hollow shape, the corners of the mouth are upturned, and there is a slight smile in the beauty. Broad shoulders, slim waist, graceful figure. The upper body is exposed, with a necklace and long chain on the chest, a skirt on the lower body, a treasure belt around the waist, bracelets on the arms, wrists and ankles, and a long skirt with extremely exquisite patterns and carvings on it. The right hand holds the sword high and stretches it dynamically. The left hand forms the Dharma seal on the chest. The lotus blooms on the shoulder and a scripture is placed on it. The streamers on both sides have smooth lines and awe-inspiring momentum. The scriptures and the sword are important symbols of the image of Manjushri Bodhisattva. They both have beautiful and profound meanings. The sharp sword means that it can kill the thieves of all troubles, and the scriptures mean that the wisdom is as profound as the ocean. Sitting on the lotus throne with his legs crossed.
The carvings on the cassock are extremely exquisite, gorgeous and solemn. The lotus petals at the bottom are arranged neatly, creating a relaxed atmosphere and great tension. The upper edge is embellished with beads. The entire image is made of the finest Tibetan yellow Lima official copper. The surface is finely polished, the texture is light and thin, the shape is accurate, and the casting is neat and skillful. It is a rare masterpiece! Its beauty hints at the pious work of a skilled craftsman, which is extremely special.
It is inherited from Sera Monastery, and the order of inheritance is very special.
