Lot 404
Centrally depicting an upturned tortoise representing the Bodhisattva of knowledge, upon whom are drawn various geomantic diagrams such as the nine magic squares, the symbols of the eight planets and the twelve animals, 30 x 27cm within silk backed mount
Estimate $200 - $400
Slight indentation to centre.
Notes: Above, the three protectors of Knowledge "Rig Sum Gonpo":
the three deities are visual symbols summarizing (on the left) the power of all gods with the wrathful Chana Dorje holding a dorje sign of stability and steadfastness, the wisdom (in the middle) Jampelyang with one hand raised holding a sword with which to cut through the fog of ignorance and the Compassion (on the right) Chenrensig who holds a lotus that represents purity rising untouched by the "mud" of Samsara.
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Jewels & Objets D'Art
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8138
6:00pm - 27 June 2016
The NCJWA Hall, Sydney
VIEWING
Melbourne Viewing (333 Malvern Road,South Yarra)
Wednesday 15 June 9am-8pm
Sydney Viewing (The NCJWA Hall, 111 Queen St, Woollahra)
23-26 June 10am-4pm
27 June by appointment only
CONTACT
Robert Williams
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au