Wrathful form
A visual language of direct, concentrated action in the face of obstruction.
Black Dzambhala — Heritage Collection | HC-BJ-04
$294.57
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Black Dzambhala — Heritage Collection | HC-BJ-04
$294.57
Sale price
$294.57
Regular price
$301.03
HERITAGE COLLECTION · HC-BJ-04
An individually made Black Jambhala tsa-tsa from the HC Heritage Collection, hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay, naturally dried and painted by a monk before being set in a silver case beneath an acrylic cover. The wrathful form and treasure imagery create one of the most visually forceful expressions of Jambhala in Tibetan Buddhist art.
THE OBJECT · ABOUT THIS PIECE
Heritage Black Jambhala 04
An individually made Black Jambhala tsa-tsa from the HC Heritage Collection, hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay, naturally dried and painted by a monk before being set in a silver case beneath an acrylic cover. The wrathful form and treasure imagery create one of the most visually forceful expressions of Jambhala in Tibetan Buddhist art.
THE HERITAGE · WHY THIS BATCH IS DIFFERENT
From the first 33 pieces to the final 7 preserved after a 49-day ritual period.
33ORIGINAL PIECES
49RITUAL DAYS
7PRESERVED
HC is TIBETAN SHAMBHALA’s earliest tsa-tsa group. This first batch was made by local monks and long-term practitioners following traditional ritual practice. From the selection of clay onward, the preparation included traditional additions such as Tibetan medicinal ingredients, nectar pills and saffron, while mantra recitation and prayer accompanied the making. After completion, the tsa-tsas were placed in a shrine or practice space for continued recitation and blessing. Of the original 33, only 7 pieces that remained through the full 49-day ritual period entered the HC collection. This piece therefore preserves not only handwork, but the history of a particular making process, place and period of practice.
THE FIGURE · ICONOGRAPHY
Black Jambhala
Black Jambhala is one of the most forceful wealth-deity images in Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Compared with the more regal Yellow Jambhala, he is commonly shown with a dark body, wrathful expression and powerful stance. This fierceness is not meant to represent evil; in Tibetan Buddhist art, wrathful imagery often expresses the strength to confront difficult obstacles directly.
Wealth and resources
Traditionally associated with abundance, sufficiency and relief from scarcity.
Jewel-bearing mongoose
A recurring Jambhala attribute connected with treasure and plenty.
Overcoming scarcity
Black Jambhala is especially associated with confronting poverty, deprivation and material obstacles.
Dark body
Distinguishes this form from Yellow Jambhala and intensifies its visual presence.
CULTURAL BACKGROUND
Black Jambhala in context
Jambhala appears in several forms in Tibetan Buddhism, and Black Jambhala is distinctive for his wrathful appearance. In Tibetan Buddhist visual language, wrath does not simply mean anger or evil; it can express a more direct and uncompromising form of activity. Black Jambhala therefore brings together two powerful themes: wealth, resources and sufficiency on one side, and the strength to face poverty and obstruction on the other. This is what makes him more than simply a darker version of a wealth deity — his image gives forceful visual form to the idea of overcoming conditions that prevent stability and abundance.
THE MAKING · PROCESS
How this piece was completed
The tsa-tsa was hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay using a traditional image mould, naturally dried and hand-painted by a monk. The recorded artisan is Sonam of the Shiqu workshop. The outer silver case was manufactured separately. Series planning, colour direction and customised casing were developed under the brand’s direction in collaboration with the makers. No silver purity is claimed.
DETAILS · INDIVIDUAL RECORD
Specific to this object
- SKU
- HC-BJ-04
- Figure
- Black Jambhala
- Dimensions
- 5.253 × 4.502 × 1.764 cm
2.068 × 1.772 × 0.694 in - Weight
- 46.07 g
- Material
- Shiqu local-clay tsa-tsa; silver case; acrylic cover
- Technique
- Hand-pressed mould, naturally dried, hand-painted; separately made case
- Artisan
- Sonam
- Structure / Case
- Silver case with acrylic cover
CARE
Keep dry. Handle gently.
Keep dry and away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive heat and high humidity. Dust only with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use silver polish, alcohol, solvents or abrasive cleaners, and avoid direct contact with the painted tsa-tsa surface.
HERITAGE COLLECTION · HC-BJ-04
An individually made Black Jambhala tsa-tsa from the HC Heritage Collection, hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay, naturally dried and painted by a monk before being set in a silver case beneath an acrylic cover. The wrathful form and treasure imagery create one of the most visually forceful expressions of Jambhala in Tibetan Buddhist art.
THE OBJECT · ABOUT THIS PIECE
Heritage Black Jambhala 04
An individually made Black Jambhala tsa-tsa from the HC Heritage Collection, hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay, naturally dried and painted by a monk before being set in a silver case beneath an acrylic cover. The wrathful form and treasure imagery create one of the most visually forceful expressions of Jambhala in Tibetan Buddhist art.
THE HERITAGE · WHY THIS BATCH IS DIFFERENT
From the first 33 pieces to the final 7 preserved after a 49-day ritual period.
33ORIGINAL PIECES
49RITUAL DAYS
7PRESERVED
HC is TIBETAN SHAMBHALA’s earliest tsa-tsa group. This first batch was made by local monks and long-term practitioners following traditional ritual practice. From the selection of clay onward, the preparation included traditional additions such as Tibetan medicinal ingredients, nectar pills and saffron, while mantra recitation and prayer accompanied the making. After completion, the tsa-tsas were placed in a shrine or practice space for continued recitation and blessing. Of the original 33, only 7 pieces that remained through the full 49-day ritual period entered the HC collection. This piece therefore preserves not only handwork, but the history of a particular making process, place and period of practice.
THE FIGURE · ICONOGRAPHY
Black Jambhala
Black Jambhala is one of the most forceful wealth-deity images in Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Compared with the more regal Yellow Jambhala, he is commonly shown with a dark body, wrathful expression and powerful stance. This fierceness is not meant to represent evil; in Tibetan Buddhist art, wrathful imagery often expresses the strength to confront difficult obstacles directly.
Wrathful form
A visual language of direct, concentrated action in the face of obstruction.
Wealth and resources
Traditionally associated with abundance, sufficiency and relief from scarcity.
Jewel-bearing mongoose
A recurring Jambhala attribute connected with treasure and plenty.
Overcoming scarcity
Black Jambhala is especially associated with confronting poverty, deprivation and material obstacles.
Dark body
Distinguishes this form from Yellow Jambhala and intensifies its visual presence.
CULTURAL BACKGROUND
Black Jambhala in context
Jambhala appears in several forms in Tibetan Buddhism, and Black Jambhala is distinctive for his wrathful appearance. In Tibetan Buddhist visual language, wrath does not simply mean anger or evil; it can express a more direct and uncompromising form of activity. Black Jambhala therefore brings together two powerful themes: wealth, resources and sufficiency on one side, and the strength to face poverty and obstruction on the other. This is what makes him more than simply a darker version of a wealth deity — his image gives forceful visual form to the idea of overcoming conditions that prevent stability and abundance.
THE MAKING · PROCESS
How this piece was completed
The tsa-tsa was hand-pressed from local Shiqu clay using a traditional image mould, naturally dried and hand-painted by a monk. The recorded artisan is Sonam of the Shiqu workshop. The outer silver case was manufactured separately. Series planning, colour direction and customised casing were developed under the brand’s direction in collaboration with the makers. No silver purity is claimed.
DETAILS · INDIVIDUAL RECORD
Specific to this object
- SKU
- HC-BJ-04
- Figure
- Black Jambhala
- Dimensions
- 5.253 × 4.502 × 1.764 cm
2.068 × 1.772 × 0.694 in - Weight
- 46.07 g
- Material
- Shiqu local-clay tsa-tsa; silver case; acrylic cover
- Technique
- Hand-pressed mould, naturally dried, hand-painted; separately made case
- Artisan
- Sonam
- Structure / Case
- Silver case with acrylic cover
CARE
Keep dry. Handle gently.
Keep dry and away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive heat and high humidity. Dust only with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use silver polish, alcohol, solvents or abrasive cleaners, and avoid direct contact with the painted tsa-tsa surface.