51″ Antique Bronze Bodhisattva Vadisimha Manjushri (Wenshu)

Antique rare one of a kind large estate bronze Bodhisattva Vadisimha Manjushri, also known as Wenshu Bodhisattva in most eastern Asian countries. The Bodhisattva sits atop the ocean wave calmly, with his lion by his right foot. Lotus on both shoulders while the robe and belt flow elegantly around the body. In classical royal ease position. A large temple piece made around mid 19th century.

Manjushri is a bodhisattva who represents prajñā (transcendent wisdom) of the Buddhas in Mahāyāna Buddhism. It can be literally translated as “Beautiful One with Glory”. Mañjuśrī is also known by the fuller name of Mañjuśrīkumārabhūta (मञ्जुश्रीकुमारभूत).

Scholars have identified Mañjuśrī as the oldest and most significant bodhisattva in Mahāyāna literature. Mañjuśrī is first referred to in early Mahāyāna sūtras such as the Prajñāpāramitā sūtras and through this association, very early in the tradition he came to symbolize the embodiment of prajñā (transcendent wisdom). The Lotus Sutra assigns him a pure land called Vimala, which according to the Avatamsaka Sutra is located in the East.

In good condition, and the price is commensurate with age and condition. We have tried to include these in the photos. Kindly check photos for better understanding. Originally from China. One of a kind.

Dimensions: 25″x 37″x 51.5″

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*Antique piece. Sell in used, pre-owned condition. Vintage and antique items by nature have variable amounts of wear, imperfections, signs of use, age and time. Perfectly imperfect. Condition shown as in pictures. Kindly contact us if you need more info. or detail pictures.