Statue of Buddhist Wisdom: Prajna Paramita | The Sacred Teachings of Emptiness
Buddhist Wisdom: Prajna Paramita stands at 57.5 cm (22.6 inches) in height and 48.5 cm (19.1 inches) at the base, with a substantial weight of 18 kg. Crafted from a combination of copper and adorned with 24K gold gilding, gold and acrylic paintings, and gemstones, it is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. The rich materials and intricate detailing highlight both spiritual significance and luxurious craftsmanship.
The deity sits on an ornate, multi-tiered lotus throne, symbolizing purity and enlightenment, with intricate carvings and embellishments that include turquoise and coral inlays, reflecting the rich artistic traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. The figure, likely representing a bodhisattva such as Avalokiteshvara, is depicted in a meditative pose with hands in the Anjali Mudra, a gesture of prayer and devotion, adorned with multiple arms (though only two are prominently visible) to signify the ability to reach out and assist numerous beings. The golden body is elaborately decorated with jewelry, including a crown and necklaces, signifying divine status and spiritual wealth. A radiant halo and an elaborate aureole surround the head, adorned with floral motifs and precious stones, emphasizing the deity's enlightened nature and divine presence. The base features mythical lion figures and additional decorative elements, symbolizing protection and the strength of the dharma.
Size: 22.6”/57.5cm (Height) x 19.1”/48.5cm (Base)
Weight: 18.00 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Prajnaparamita is the goddess embodiment of transcendent wisdom (prajñāpāramitā), revered in Mahayana Buddhism as the personification of the perfection of wisdom—the profound insight into the nature of reality, especially the concept of emptiness (śūnyatā). She is not only a deity but also represents the sacred Buddhist texts known as the Prajnaparamita Sutras, which include teachings attributed to the historical Buddha on ultimate wisdom. In essence, Prajnaparamita is both a divine mother of all Buddhas and the living nature of liberating insight, guiding beings beyond illusion and conceptual grasping toward enlightenment.
