Amitayus (Tibetan: Tsepagme) Buddha of Limitless Life
Amitayus is the reflexive form of Amitaba and is the embodiment of infinite life and therefore the focus of the life practices that remove the possibility of untimely or premature death. He brings about a healing of sicknesses, degeneration and imbalances in the five elements of the body due to karma, excess and unclean living. He is known as the Buddha of long life. He is often red but sometimes white in color. His two hands rest in his lap in the mudra of equanimitywith the palms facing each other holding the Vase of Life, that is filled with the nectar of immortality. It is only in the Tantric Buddhism of Tibet and Japan that Amitayus and Amitaba are considered different deities.
Amitayus is the reflexive form of Amitaba and is the embodiment of infinite life and therefore the focus of the life practices that remove the possibility of untimely or premature death. He brings about a healing of sicknesses, degeneration and imbalances in the five elements of the body due to karma, excess and unclean living. He is known as the Buddha of long life. He is often red but sometimes white in color. His two hands rest in his lap in the mudra of equanimitywith the palms facing each other holding the Vase of Life, that is filled with the nectar of immortality. It is only in the Tantric Buddhism of Tibet and Japan that Amitayus and Amitaba are considered different deities.
- Tibet, 19th century
- Depiction of the ‘three Gods of long life’
- Finely worked details
- Handle on the back
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.5 x 8.5 cm (height x width x depth)
This Tsa-Tsa model dates back to 19th century Tibet and was crafted from bronze. In the inner the depiction of the ‘three Gods of long life’ is rendered. The deep details are visible in the bronze imprint and have been delicately elaborated. In the middle of the two lower figures a stupa can be seen and the model runs upwards in a curved shape. An ease handling is provided by the rear handle.
The model is in good condition with usual signs of age and wear. The model is 7.5 cm tall as well as width and 8.5 cm deep.
Tsa-Tsa
Tsa-Tsa, or Tsatsa, are small tablets used as a sacrificial offering within Mahayana Buddhism that are supposed to be provide salvage in a time of emergency. They usually depict Buddha or deities and are placed in important places, such as in a stupa. Tsa-Tsas are also produced for public holidays and important occasions, such as a visit from the lama.
The model is in good condition with usual signs of age and wear. The model is 7.5 cm tall as well as width and 8.5 cm deep.
Tsa-Tsa
Tsa-Tsa, or Tsatsa, are small tablets used as a sacrificial offering within Mahayana Buddhism that are supposed to be provide salvage in a time of emergency. They usually depict Buddha or deities and are placed in important places, such as in a stupa. Tsa-Tsas are also produced for public holidays and important occasions, such as a visit from the lama.