Description
15/16th C Tibetan Manuscript Cover -- The Buddha Shakyamuni Surrounded by Eight Auspicious Symbols

Sculpted cover carved with central deities and auspicious objects within geometric designs and scrolling borders - the elephant figures and other animals in this rendering are rather unique. The composition is powerful and the quality of the carving has a simple appeal.

Central to the carver's artistic structure, the Buddha Shakyamuni is surrounded by the Eight Auspicious Symbols, among which to his left includes, the "Vase of Treasure." This container symbolizes an endless reign of long life, wealth, prosperity and all of the benefits in this world for the liberated being. To the right of the Buddha, the two "Golden Fish" characterize the auspiciousness of all living beings in a state without danger and migrating from place to place spontaneously, just as fish swim freely without fear through water.

This item authenticated by Glenn H. Mullin, Tibetologist, Writer, Lama.

Provenance
Tibetan Museum Society

Condition
Age appropriate wear including surface abrasion, age cracks in grain and chipped edges.

Measurements
Approximately 7.5" height X 24.25" width

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