#35 • Padmasambhava Guru Rinpoche Tibetan Buddha Sculpture

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $130.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $200 - $400 Origin: Tibetan, 20th Century Medium: Bronze with Gold Gilt Dimension: 6.5x4x8in Condition: No visible signs of damage Description: Padmasambhava Guru Rinpoche bronze gold gilded sculpture. Padmasambhava was born is Swat Velley of modern day Pakistan. He is credited with introducing Tantric Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century and he is the founder of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism. He is depicted in royal attire holding ritual objects. Reciting his mantra is believed to bring blessings and influence.