Item: Worldly Protector (Buddhist)
| Date Range | 1900 - 1959 |
|---|---|
| Lineages | Buddhist |
| Material | Black Background on Cotton |
| Collection | Private |
Classification: Deity
Dorje Patsal: the uncommon local protector deity for Kirti Monastery according to the artist Buchung Nubgya. He holds a spear in the right hand and a bow and arrow in the left.
The teacher in the top center, unidentified, holds a sword and book in the right hand, a vase in the left hand with a monk's staff placed to the side.
At the top right is Pehar with three faces and six arms, riding a lion. The deity on the top left riding a horse is unidentified. The standing figure on the bottom is most likely a unique form of Dorje Shugden as a wealth deity, holding a vajra hook in his right hand, a treasure vase in his left hand and a mongoose resting on his arm. He is surrounded by jewels such as the Seven Jewels of Royal Power and the Eight Auspicious symbols.
Nick Dharmadi 3-2026
Collection: Jack Shear
Subject: 'Tsen' Protectors
Buddhist Deity: Dorje Shugden (Gelug, Minor Figure)
Collection: Jack Shear (Black Ground Paintings)