16th C. Nepalese Gilded Copper Plaque 3 Deities
Central Asia, Nepal, ca. 16th century CE. A lovely copper plaque covered in 54% gilt (equivalent to 12K+ gold). The three-lobed plaque features a trio of Nepalese deities in repousse with the largest representing Manjushri (also Manjusri), the bodhisattva associated with transcendent wisdom (known as "prajna") in Mahayana Buddhism. Manjushri sits in the dhyanasana pose on a lotus base beneath a crested frame and holds various implements including a sword and a bow with arrows. To the right of Manjushri sits the elephant-headed god Ganesh, and to his right a minimalist depiction of Buddha, each seated atop a lotus base. Several perforated holes around the periphery indicate this plaque was meant to be attached to a religious item such as a personal altar or a transportation vessel. Size: 8.375" W x 4.6" H (21.3 cm x 11.7 cm); quality of gilding: 54% (equivalent to 12K+).
Manjushri is known as a bodhisattva associated with transcendent wisdom (known as "prajna") in Mahayana Buddhism. Followers of Mahayana Buddhism believe that worshipping and following the teachings of Manjushri can confer upon them wisdom, increased memory, and heightened intelligence. In Tibetan / Vajrayana Buddhism, Manjushri is also known as a "Yidam," a physical manifestation of an enlightened mind or enlightenment. The name "Manjushri" translates as "Gentle Glory" in Sanskrit, and he is also known by his more-complete name - Manjushrikumarabhuta - which literally translated as "Manjushri, Still a Youth" or, less literally, "Prince Manjushri."
Provenance: ex-private M. Shapiro collection, New York City, New York, USA, collected from 1950-1970
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#150952
Condition Report: Slight bending to overall form of plaque, with abrasions to some gilded areas, and softening to some finer details, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout.
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Central Asia, Nepal, ca. 16th century CE. A lovely copper plaque covered in 54% gilt (equivalent to 12K+ gold). The three-lobed plaque features a trio of Nepalese deities in repousse with the largest representing Manjushri (also Manjusri), the bodhisattva associated with transcendent wisdom (known as "prajna") in Mahayana Buddhism. Manjushri sits in the dhyanasana pose on a lotus base beneath a crested frame and holds various implements including a sword and a bow with arrows. To the right of Manjushri sits the elephant-headed god Ganesh, and to his right a minimalist depiction of Buddha, each seated atop a lotus base. Several perforated holes around the periphery indicate this plaque was meant to be attached to a religious item such as a personal altar or a transportation vessel. Size: 8.375" W x 4.6" H (21.3 cm x 11.7 cm); quality of gilding: 54% (equivalent to 12K+).
Manjushri is known as a bodhisattva associated with transcendent wisdom (known as "prajna") in Mahayana Buddhism. Followers of Mahayana Buddhism believe that worshipping and following the teachings of Manjushri can confer upon them wisdom, increased memory, and heightened intelligence. In Tibetan / Vajrayana Buddhism, Manjushri is also known as a "Yidam," a physical manifestation of an enlightened mind or enlightenment. The name "Manjushri" translates as "Gentle Glory" in Sanskrit, and he is also known by his more-complete name - Manjushrikumarabhuta - which literally translated as "Manjushri, Still a Youth" or, less literally, "Prince Manjushri."
Provenance: ex-private M. Shapiro collection, New York City, New York, USA, collected from 1950-1970
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#150952
Condition Report: Slight bending to overall form of plaque, with abrasions to some gilded areas, and softening to some finer details, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout.
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