{"product_id":"thangtong-gyalpo-statue-tibetan-saint-sculpture","title":"Thangtong Gyalpo Statue | Tibetan Saint Sculpture","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThangtong Gyalpo Statue | Master of Iron Bridges\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThangtong Gyalpo, the revered Tibetan Buddhist yogi, engineer, physician, and mahasiddha, is honored in this exceptional handcrafted statue created by skilled Newari artisans from Patan, Nepal. Meticulously cast from copper using traditional Himalayan metalworking techniques, this sacred sculpture is adorned with a radiant half gold fire-gilded finish it features a gold painted face that beautifully highlights its intricate craftsmanship while preserving its timeless spiritual character. this statue embodies the enlightened, compassion, and fearless activity of the legendary bridge builder who dedicated his life to benefiting countless beings.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThangtong Gyalpo is gracefully seated in a meditative posture upon a finely crafted pedestal topped with a traditional deer skin seat, symbolizing renunciation, spiritual discipline, and meditative accomplishment. His right hand gently holds an iron chain, while his left hand supports a ritual vase that signifies longevity, blessings, and spiritual abundance. His flowing white hair, long white beard, and finely sculpted facial features reflect the wisdom and realization of an accomplished master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: The statue in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(204, 154, 65);\"\u003eKey Features of Thang Tong Gyalpo Statue:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from Durable Copper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted using traditional Fire-gilding with gold\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24K Gold-Painted Face\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully painted using Acrylic Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally Handcrafted by Nepalese Newari Artists\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight X Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20cm \u003c\/span\u003eX 18.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.16k\u003c\/span\u003eg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(204, 154, 65);\"\u003eAbout Thangtong Gyalpo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThangtong 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 \u003cem\u003eLhamo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand created a troupe of performers to raise funds for his bridge-building projects, thereby blending art with altruism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nidhiratna ","offers":[{"title":"20cm X 18.5cm \/ 2.16kg","offer_id":51373707919606,"sku":"9088 TGOK","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/5141\/7846\/files\/Handcrafted-Thangtong-Gyalpo-Statue-Half-Gold-Fire-Gilded-Copper.jpg?v=1785479622","url":"https:\/\/nidhiratna.com\/products\/thangtong-gyalpo-statue-tibetan-saint-sculpture","provider":"Nidhiratna ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}