Description
Statue of Sacred Bodhisattva Chenrezig | Avalokiteshvara, Tibetan Deity
The Bodhisattva Chenrezig Statue, also known as Avalokiteshvara, measures 9.4”/24cm in height and 7.1”/18cm at the base, weighing 1.89 kg. Made from copper with 24K gold gilding, it reflects traditional craftsmanship. Expertly crafted by skilled artisans, this piece is ideal for altars, meditation areas, or as a meaningful decorative item for those seeking compassion and spiritual harmony in their daily lives.
In this statue, Chenrezig is depicted seated in padmāsana (lotus posture) upon a lotus base. His main hands are joined in anjali mudrā, holding the cintāmaṇi (wish-fulfilling jewel) as a symbol of boundless compassion. The upper right hand holds a rosary (mala), representing his ceaseless vow to liberate beings. In contrast, the upper left hand carries a utpala (blue lotus), a sign of purity and wisdom that rises unstained from samsāra.
Size: 9.4”/24cm (Height) x 7.1”/18cm (Base)
Weight: 1.89kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Chenrezig, also known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, is the Bodhisattva of Compassion, revered across Tibetan Buddhism as the embodiment of the compassionate nature of all Buddhas. His name means "The One Who Looks with Unwavering Eye," reflecting his vow to hear all beings' cries and assist them on the path to liberation. Believed to manifest in countless forms to aid sentient beings, Chenrezig is primarily known for his thousand-armed form, symbolizing his boundless capacity to help. The mantra Om Mani Padme Hum is associated with him and is widely recited to cultivate compassion and loving-kindness.