Padmasambhava
Figure
17th century (made)
17th century (made)
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Figure of Padmasambhava seated on a double lotus throne, of gilt copper, inset with turquoise.
Object details
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| Title | Padmasambhava (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Gilt copper with turquoise and red lacquer |
| Brief description | Figure of Padmasambhava, gilt copper, inset with turquoise, Tibet, 17th century |
| Physical description | Figure of Padmasambhava seated on a double lotus throne, of gilt copper, inset with turquoise. |
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| Credit line | Purchased from C. G. Rawling |
| Object history | Acquired in 1914 in Shigatse (Tibet) by C.G. Rawling. Purchased from C. G. Rawling. This acquisition information reflects that found in the Museum records (Asia Department registers and/or Central Inventory) as part of a 2023 provenance research project. R.P. 1922- 5228/ 5379 |
| Historical context | Padmasambhava was a renowned 8th century yogin skilled in magic and mysticism, who, according to later accounts, was invited to Tibet from his home in Swat in north-western India to spread the teachings and practice of Buddhism. In the literature of his followers he assumed the status of a "lotus-born", that is, a buddha, and is widely revered in Tibet as the founder of Lamaism. His most distinctive attribute is the khatvanga, the ritual staff composed of a vajra, two severed heads and a trisula, symbolizing victory over demons. |
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| Accession number | IM.240-1922 |
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| Record created | February 13, 2000 |
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