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Thang Tong Gyalpo Statue – Gold Fire-Gilded Iron Bridge Builder of Tibet

Honor the legacy of Thangtong Gyalpo Statue, handcrafted by Newari artisans from Nepal using the Lost-Wax method. Cast from high-quality copper and richly adorned with 24K gold fire-gilding, this Buddhist sculpture features a gold-painted face, finely carved garment and ornamental details. Every detail reflects generations of Nepalese artistry, preserving the spiritual devotion and cultural heritage of Buddhist sculpture.

Thangtong Gyalpo is seated in a meditative posture upon a striped deer-skin seat, symbolizing yogic accomplishment and spiritual realization. His right hand gently holds an iron chain, representing his legendary iron-chain bridge constructions that connected communities throughout Tibet, while his left hand supports a ritual vase associated with longevity. His flowing white hair, long white beard and finely detailed facial features reflect his wisdom and advanced age.

Please note: The statue in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.

Key Features of Thang Tong Gyalpo Statue:

1. Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
   
2. Made from Durable Copper
   
3. Crafted using traditional Fire-gilding with gold
   
4. 24K Gold-Painted Face
   
5. Beautifully painted using Acrylic Color
6. Traditionally Handcrafted by Nepalese Newari Artists
   
7. Height X Width: 34cm X 24cm
8. Weight: 4.06kg

About Thangtong Gyalpo

Thangtong Gyalpo, also known as the Iron Bridge Lama and the King of the Empty Plain, was a legendary Tibetan master who lived during the 14th and 15th centuries and is celebrated for his extraordinary contributions to both spiritual and civil life. He was a visionary yogi, a skilled blacksmith, a pioneering engineer, and a revered Buddhist adept who built over fifty-eight iron-chain suspension bridges across Tibet and Bhutan to ease travel and pilgrimage for practitioners. He founded the Tibetan opera known as Lhamo and created a troupe of performers to raise funds for his bridge-building projects, thereby blending art with altruism.