TIBET, CIRCA 15TH/16TH CENTURY

Details

A polychrome black stone figure of Gampopa
Tibet, circa 15th/16th century
Seated with his ankles crossed on a cushion, his hands folded in his lap and holding a jewel, dressed in heavy robes with the folds elegantly piled over the knees, the face with benevolent expression and downcast eyes, surmounted by the distinctive cap
8¼ in. (21 cm.) high

Provenance

Private collection, London, 1997

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Lot Essay

Gampopa (1079-1153) was originally a student of the Kadam school of Buddhism promulgated by Atisha and subsequently studied under the great master, Milarepa (for more info on Milarepa, see lot 568 in this sale). With the knowledge gathered from the yogi, Gampopa was able to successfully blend the traditions of the Kadam school with Mahamudra tantric practices, leading to the formation of the Kagyu lineage as it is understood today.

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