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Chongsheng Temple Qianxun Pagoda: Phurpa
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Chongsheng Temple Qianxun Pagoda: Phurpa
CHINA, Yunnan, Dali; Dali Kingdom (937–1253);Bronze; H: 6.2 cm;Yunnan Provincial Museum, Kunming, China
This phurpa was recovered from Qianxun Pagoda at Chongsheng Temple. It is a ritual instrument created during the Dali Kingdom (937-1253).
Comprised of three parts, the phurpa is made of bronze and is 6.2 cm high. The upper part consists of a five-prong vajra resting on a lotus, while the middle features three heads of Vajrakila on a Sumeru base. The main face has deep set eyes, a prominent nose, and wears earrings. The image appears wrathful with the mouth wide open. On the other side of the handle, there is a ring in a snake design. The lower part constitutes the blade. |
