Tibetan Furniture

This rare antique 1920s embroidered silk Tibetan Thangka depicts images seldom seen of the greatly radicalized ones radiating divine love. The bottom left depicts Dzambhala, the Budd...

A gorgeous and very rare Nepal / Tibet floral design rug, highly stylized patterns, and a tastefully orchestrated color scheme. Qanat / Kanaat design, this rug features an oversized...

An extraordinary 19th-century Tibetan monastery door panel, dating to circa 1890, originally used as a chamber door for monks. This unique piece is a vibrant expression of Himalayan ...

A rare set of two handcrafted heavy bronze door handles from an old temple in Nepal, mid-19th century. Figurative male sculptures depicting a fertiliy deity used on entry doors as a ...

Beautiful modern Tibetan hand-knotted wool and silk rug with a gray field. This Tibetan rug has red, pink, blue, and golden accents in a gorgeous all-over Lyndhurst floral design. ...

In his creation of fine, luxury carpets, Joseph Carini is deeply influenced by Chinese and Asian art. Double Dragon is a modern twist on traditional symbology and composition of that...

Inspired by ancient Tibetan designs, Lotus Garden, is a small runner rug is part of Joseph Carini's collection of 3x6s carpets. Remarkable for its fantastic orange field and expressi...

A Monumental Gilt-Lacquered Bronze Ornamental Buddha Sculpture of Vajravidarana: A Masterpiece of Sino-Tibetan Craftsmanship, Late 19th Century, Qing Dynasty This monumental gilt-lacquered bronze ornamental sculpture of Vajravidarana is an extraordinary and commanding piece of art, showcasing the pinnacle of Sino-Tibetan craftsmanship from the late 19th century. The figure of Vajravidarana, a powerful purification deity in Tibetan Buddhism, is meticulously sculpted to embody both spiritual authority and artistic excellence. Vajravidarana is primarily known for his role in removing spiritual impurities and negativities. Unlike other deities associated with wisdom or compassion, Vajravidarana’s function is centered on purification and healing. He is typically depicted holding a vajra and a bell, symbolizing the cutting away of delusions and the resonance of divine truth. In this striking sculpture, Vajravidarana is shown holding a vishva vajra (the double vajra), a unique and powerful variation of the traditional iconography, which signifies ultimate protection and the dispelling of negative karma. Vajravidarana: The Supreme Purifier and Protector Vajravidarana is revered in Tibetan Buddhism as the deity of spiritual purification, called upon to cleanse practitioners of defilements and negative influences. His vajra represents the indestructibility of truth, while his bell signifies the wisdom that resonates through purification rituals. In this sculpture, the presence of the vishva vajra, or double vajra, enhances his association with supreme protection, ensuring the destruction of all spiritual obstacles and afflictions. The figure’s powerful yet composed expression conveys a sense of unwavering resolve and divine authority. His posture, along with the carefully sculpted details of his robes and ornaments, highlights his function as a guardian against impurity. The inclusion of the vishva vajra rather than the usual single vajra reinforces his role as a supreme protector, capable of dispelling all forms of negativity and restoring balance. Symbolism of the Mantras and Aureole: Unlike deities that embody wisdom through duality, Vajravidarana’s iconography is centered on purification and exorcism. The aureole surrounding him is inscribed with sacred purification mantras rather than depictions of a consort. These mantras emphasize his function as a remover of obstacles and impurities, reinforcing his role in Buddhist healing rituals. The presence of the sacred inscriptions elevates the sculpture’s spiritual significance, making it a focal point for meditation and ritual purification. Practitioners often visualize Vajravidarana radiating purifying light, dissolving afflictions and negative karma. This theme is mirrored in the sculptural repetition of the purification symbols on the aureole, reinforcing the deity’s role as a divine cleanser. Gilt-Lacquered Bronze: The Artistry of Sino-Tibetan Metalwork: The craftsmanship of this monumental figure reflects the expertise of late 19th-century Sino-Tibetan metalwork, where traditional Tibetan themes were infused with Chinese artistic sensibilities. Cast in bronze and finished with a rich gilt lacquer, the statue has an otherworldly glow, giving it an ethereal, almost divine presence. The gilding process—applied with exceptional skill—gives the sculpture a striking luminosity that enhances the fine details of the facial features, flowing robes, jewelry, and other elements of the deity’s attire. The technique employed to create this figure speaks to the high level of craftsmanship that flourished during the late Qing Dynasty and early modern Tibetan art. The ornate details of the robes and the fine texture of the sculpture highlight the exceptional skill of the artisans who brought this work to life. The use of gold and lacquer not only reflects the preciousness of the sculpture but also its spiritual significance as an object meant to inspire reverence and meditation. An Ornamental Sculpture of Monumental Scale: Unlike smaller devotional objects, this sculpture is designed as an ornamental masterpiece, intended to make a grand visual and spiritual statement. Its monumental size allows it to dominate any space, offering a commanding presence that is both physically and symbolically impressive. In Buddhist practice, large sculptures of this nature are often placed in temples or meditation halls, where their imposing size and serene presence would encourage contemplation and devotion. The grand scale of the statue further amplifies the spiritual power it is meant to convey. As a representation of Vajravidarana, it is not only a physical object of beauty but also a conduit for meditation, purification, and enlightenment. The scale of the sculpture also emphasizes the divine stature of the deity, highlighting his importance in the Buddhist tradition as the ultimate force for spiritual cleansing and protection. Provenance: Acquired in China in circa 1900 1905 Private Buddhist Temple, Northeast, USA Private Sale Solomon Treasure...

78436 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 01.05 x 01.06. Emanating timeless beauty with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool antique Chinese Art Deco rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The floral design and symbolic colorway woven into this piece work together creating a truly unique look. This small Chinese Art Deco rug...

Water Dragon is a small runner rug by Joseph Carini inspired by ancient Tibetan designs. Remarkable for its beautiful indigo blue field and expressive colorful design, this accessory throw rug could be used at the foot of a bed, in a small hallway or to cozy up any corner of your home. A dragon is the center of this design with ornate details with colorful Tibetan clouds...

Antique Asian Bronze buddhist bell Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell. Buddhist Tibetan Meditation Prayer Bell. A Bronze ritual bell "DRILBU" in Tibetan or commonly known as "Ghan...

Antique Southeast Asian cast bronze buddha head sculpture with verdigris patina mounted on a black base wood stand. Bronze Sukhothai style Buddha bronze head with green patina, from ...

An incredible and rare 17th century (Ming Dynasty) Tibetan Thangka depicting the Medicine Buddha seated on a lotus throne with an alms bowl in one hand, and his other hand with outstretched fingers touching the ground, feeling the pulse of the Earth. The Buddha is surrounded by dozens of monks seated...

This small accessory rug or mat is a beautiful example of classic Tibetan style. Inspired by ancient symbology, the Tibetan dragon is displayed in blue and white on an orange backgro...

Antique indigo blue Tibetan Khaden rug with orange phoenix and floral ornamentation. The design and iconography is very unusual - unique as far as we know. All the colors are natural...

Antique Asian Bronze buddhist bell Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell. Buddhist Tibetan Meditation Prayer Bell. A Bronze ritual bell "DRILBU" in Tibetan or commonly known as "Ghan...

Antique silver cup or Decorative Chinese cup, pressed, cast and chased. Circular, curved feet with hinged. Decorated with peacock motifs in relief, side-mounted nine mythical animal...

A beautifully fashioned Bronze Bowl with traditional form, good weight and deep sound. The OM Mani Padme Hum Mantra, shown here in Tibetan script. OM Mani Padme Hum, sometimes trans...

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Tibet circa 1880-1890, this 3x3 square rug is a collectible antique rug fragment, among the latest exciting new additions to Rug & Kilim’s c...

An arch shaped piece with high relief carving of a multi-armed deity standing on a winged feline and wielding several weapons. A small figure appears below right. The fierce female demon buffalo slayer carved in openwork with her principal two hands holding...

An extraordinary hand painted Tibetan Thangka featuring the greatest compassion Goddess Green Tara. Her round face with large kind eyes, above closed lips, all flanked by long pendul...

19th Century Gilt Bronze Statue in Yab-Yum, a representation of the primordial union of wisdom and compassion. Yab-Yum represents the union of male and female principles with Vajrabh...

Crafted in 19th-century Tibet, this extraordinary cabinet is beautifully decorated from end to end with hand-painted floral motifs. Brushed in a cool palette of green, red, blue and ...

Custom Made Fortuny Fabric Designer Pillow Cushion in the Ashanti Pattern 1 of 2

A Gilt Bronze Tibetan Representation Of A rare Green Tara Buddha Statue. Sounds like there is an item sealed inside. Gilt Bronze and Copper. Early 1...

This molded ceramic tsa tsa brick depicts Buddhist deities. The tsa tsa is a meditation created in a monastery by a Buddhist monk in training and was sold to r...

LangChan Cubes – Modular Seating Island The LangChan Cubes is a versatile, modular seating system inspired by the concept of a "LangChan" or "island" in Tibetan. This collection all...

Thangkas are devotional paintings displayed by Buddhists in monasteries, temples, and even in their homes. The rich red, orange, green, and blue hues are still incredibly vibrant on ...

Truly stunning 19th century cabinet from Tibet with hand painted details. There is one shelf inside with small drawers. Items can be stored above and below the shelf. Good vintage...

31343 New Modern Tibetan Tiger Carpet, 08'00 x 10'01. Bathed in an aura of regal magnetism, this majestic contemporary Tibetan Tiger rug is a study in audacity, tradition, and luxury...

Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x6 modern runner rug from our Tiger rug line in Modern Classics collection, has been particularly inspired by a Tibetan take on the style. On the Desig...

This unique Tibetan rug with a dragon design measures 133 × 62 cm and stands out for both its symbolic richness and distinctive shape. Shaped in an hourglass or saddle form, it likel...

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Large vintage heavy bronze statue of Prince Pra Apai Manee playing a traditional Asian string instrument called "Zueng". This bronze has a dark green patina, the ceremonial costume and the jewelry are adorned with gold leaf. The base is adorned with some small bonsai trees. Very fine art work on cast bronze. Very fine Intricate decorative Asian art work...

A rare striking 18th century Tibetan Thangka depicting the Green Tara seated on a lotus throne ready to step down to offer comfort and pro...

The Link Lounge Chair is a masterpiece of modern design, combining functionality with refined aesthetics. The braided binding straps add character and a unique touch to the chair, wh...

RUST RED ON STOCK IN GERMANY Experience the ultimate blend of comfort and craftsmanship with the NOMAD Lounge Chair. This unique piece of furniture is inspired by traditional nomadi...

9763 - Finest 18th C Tsong Ka Pa. World class. Measures 6.75 inches tall. Purchased 10 years ago from a high-end Silicon Valley collection for my personal collection, that was forced to be sold off due to divorce. The Collector had an extremely good eye and had managed to put together a world-class collection 20 years ago before pieces like this became nearly impossible to find. recently, and since I have medically retired and moved to Ukiah oh, I have decided to merge my personal and Buddha Gallery Collections and have put everything up for sale. I am in the process of listing the very last of my personal items that have previously and not been available for sale up until this point. I bought many of them for strong prices as I bought them as a collector who is passionate about Buddhist and Hindu sculpture, and who only buys what I truly love myself. I have been collecting for more than 35 years now, as my collecting tracks alongside my Buddhist Meditation and Buddhist practice. Note the very fine beating on the robes-the Promote the level of refinement to the casting, sculpting, and finishing required means that only a fraction of the top 1% of Tibetan bronze sculpture...

The Link Lounge Chair by KVN x Matsu is a masterpiece of modern furniture design, seamlessly blending functionality, comfort, and refined aesthetics. This contemporary lounge chair f...

On offer is an impressively large and finely cast Sino-Tibetan gilt antiquebronze statue of Vajrasattva Bodhisattva, circa 19th century maybe earlier. The deity is depicted seating i...

A beautifully painted Mongolian wooden chest of the 19th century. This is a wonderful example exhibiting the art work in the region. Large hand made hand decorated Mongolian painted storage chest. A well preserved patina showcasing its history alive with warm soft rich colors of cinnabar, red, white, orange, gray, gold and black. Superbly decorated with birds, butterfly's, flowers and goldfish. Surrounded with the endless knot or eternal knot Srivatsa. Srivatsa is a symbolic knot one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. It is symbolized also as Samsara, the endless cycle of suffering of birth, death and rebirth and the inter-twining of wisdom and compassion. Also as a symbol representing the cycle of life. This highly decorated chest was worthy of such Auspicious regard making it extremely significant to those who used it. An important Asian Antique chest...

A Unique Rare Pair Of Chinese Metal Jade And Stone Elephant Censers. Beautiful censers are made of embossed and parcel gilt metal, possible a low grade...

Hand-knotted in wool, originating from Tibet, circa 1920-1930, this 2x4 antique Tibetan Tiger rug features all over geometric patterns in for...

Antique Tibetan Pegam book chest bench seat. Made of elm with serpentine form and vibrant hand painted floral acanthus motif that features three toed dragon...

In Buddhism, Tara is a savior deity (savioress) who liberates souls from suffering. She is recognized as a Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism and as a Buddha and the mother of Buddhas in Esoteric...

This antique Khaden smaller runner rug is remarkable for its fantastic orange field and expressive design. Two phoenix and two dragons balance one another out on either side. In Tibe...

Rare antique Thangka tapestry from around 1950. Depicting Siddhartha Guatama in the Pureland when he became Buddha and his Dharma name became Shakyamu...

A stunning set of two bronze table lamps featuring intricately detailed Thai musician figures in a seated pose. Material: Cast bronze with gilt detailin...

Beautiful modern Tibetan handmade wool rug with a blue field. This Tibetan rug has accents of beige in a gorgeous multi Circles design. This rug measures: 8'11" x 11'11".

Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka from the last half of the 20th century. Features a central buddha surrounded by foliate, flowers, whooper swans and smaller buddha figures. The border ...

A beautiful, vibrantly colored, intricately designed elongated Tibetan Thangka painting featuring a multi-armed female goddess or deity (likely Avalok...

Vintage Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture of a Thai Deity Prince Playing Music 1950's. Gilt cast bronze sculpture of a religious Thai deity sitting with o...

19th century Burmese bronze temple bell with original carved hardwood stand, painted iron hanging bracket, and striker. This rare large scale cast bronze bell has a splendid sculptural and spiritual presence. The bell has a long inscription on the upper part. The offering of a bronze bell to a monastery or temple was considered second only to the offering of a Buddha image as an act of merit (kutho). Such bells were cast using the lost wax (cire perdue) method. Casting of such bells was auspicious with specific rituals being performed by the caster and sponsors to ensure the appropriate blessings. The bell here, as with all such Burmese bells...

This 10' (W) x 14' (L) area rug exudes sheen with the highest quality silk. The design, Kapsu Pesar bridges the old with the new. A traditional teal and pink floral design ornaments ...

Antique Tibet Po Cha Religious Mug Silver finely engraved White Jade Coral , refined object of great class and history, in excellent condition.

Crafted in late 19th-century Tibet, this charming side cabinet is beautifully decorated in the Sino-Tibetan style with an allover design of trailing vines and geometric scrollwork. A...

Copper vessels such as this have been made for literally centuries by Tibetan monks and other cultural sectors. The craftsmanship is wonderfully rustic with hammered copper, brass an...

This 19th C. Japanese Buddhist bronze temple or monastery bell, features a stylized two-headed dragon loop handle at top, four studded panels at shoulde...

Antique Brass Tibetan Tara Buddhist Goddess Statue In the Himalayan region, especially in Tibet and Nepal, Tara's status is more that of a supreme godd...

A rare antique orange Chinese Tibetan dragon rug likely from a Tibetan monastery. The ornamentation along the top imitates a curtain or a skirt, which indicates it was a pillar rug, ...