西藏十六世紀 銅當巴桑傑大師像

portrayed in characteristic pose with legs drawn-up in front, the lower half of the body obscured by a stiff fabric chased with floral patterns, pulled around to conserve inner heat generated by meditation, the hands at chest level in vitarkamudra holding jewels, the curly hair and facial features hinting at South Indian origins, with traces of cold gilding on the face

There are minor nicks along the edges and to the surface, with age appropriate wear. Traces of cold gilding remain on the face. The base plate is missing. Overall the piece is in good condition.
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Padampa Sangye was a Buddhist holy man from Southern India. In the late 11th century, he made more than five trips to Tibet and transmitted many teachings based on both Sutrayana and Tantrayana to Buddhist practitioners. Some traditions also have him traveling to China where he became known as Bodhidharma, and founded the Chinese Chan school.

For another example in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, see Pratapaditya Pal, Art of Tibet, Berkeley, Los Angeles and London, 1983, p. 106, pl. 42, cat. no. S31.

Himalayan Art Resources item no. 12865.