Tibet gilt and solid bronze, Bhaisajyaguru medicine Buddha sitting on a lotus position surrounded by a delicate and exquisitely worked bronze frieze. The base depicts elephants and lotus flowers. Exceptional workmanship makes this piece highly sought after. Lapis lazuli blue hair. Circa 19th century. Quote Reference Number: 1009
Height 5.5in (14cm) |
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Tibetan Tibetan medicine is becoming better known in the Western hemisphere, and this lavishly illustrated volume makes a great contribution to the dissemination of Tibet's medical knowledge. The text by Ian Baker, who has studies with Hilalayan healers, yogins, and lamas, for fifteen years, unlocks the symbolism of these images for us. Yoga World |
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