A pair of Tibetan bronze Buddha Mahakala, 19th century.
$44.25
$82.31
Description A pair of Tibetan bronze – plated Buddha Mahakala, 19th century. Dimensions: 16.0 x 13.0 x 5.0 cm. History of Mahākāla: Mahākāla is a deity common to Hinduism and Buddhism. Her name etymologically means “beyond time” or death. In Buddhism, Mahākāla is seen as a “protector of Dharma” but also an angry version of the Buddha, while in Hinduism, he is a fierce manifestation of the Hindu god Shiva. Mahākāla appears as a patron deity in various Buddhist traditions, such as Chinese Esoteric Buddhism, Shingon, and Tibetan Buddhism. Depictions of Tibetan Buddhism Two-Handed Forms: The two-handed depiction of Mahākāla is a patron deity of the Karma Kagyu School, depicted wearing a cloak. The origins of the depictions come from the end of the Nyingma School, which were later adopted by the Karma Kagyu, during the time of Karma Pakshi, the 2nd Karmara Lama. Antiques pair of Tibetan bronze- plated Buddhas Mahakala, 19th century – These are very beautiful and collectible pieces! Code: C83
