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Handmade Avalokiteshvara Spiritual Sculpture | Sacred Guardian of Compassion
This Handmade Avalokiteshvara Spiritual Sculpture measures 12”/30.5cm in height with an 8.2”/21cm base and weighs 2.77 kg. Handcrafted in Nepal from a copper body, the sculpture is enriched with gold and acrylic painting, silver-plated accents, and carefully placed gemstones that add contrast, color, and refined decorative depth to the surface. The precise metalwork, balanced proportions, and meticulous hand-finishing reflect the skill of Nepalese artisans and the enduring traditions of Himalayan Buddhist craftsmanship. Spiritually, the figure embodies compassion, mercy, and the aspiration to relieve the suffering of sentient beings, making this piece meaningful for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, Dharma centers, or sacred collections.
This four-armed manifestation embodies boundless compassion, loving-kindness, and the compassionate activity of all Buddhas. Seated gracefully in the full lotus posture upon a lotus throne, the figure represents meditative stability and awakened compassion. The front two hands are joined at the heart in Anjali Mudra, symbolizing compassion and the union of wisdom and skillful means, while the upper right hand holds a mala, representing continuous mantra recitation and spiritual practice. The upper left hand holds the stem of an utpala lotus blooming beside the shoulder, symbolizing purity and the emergence of wisdom. The elaborate crown bears an image of Amitabha Buddha, signifying the lineage of compassion, while the peaceful expression, gently lowered eyes, flowing scarves, celestial garments, and richly detailed ornaments convey the graceful nature of an enlightened bodhisattva. The lotus throne further represents purity and liberation from worldly conditions, expressing the aspiration to guide all sentient beings toward awakening.
Size: 12”/30.5cm (Height) x 8.2”/21cm (Base)
Weight: 2.77 kg
Material: Copper Body, Gold and Acrylic Painting, Silver Plating, Gemstones
Chenrezig, known in Sanskrit as Avalokiteshvara, originates in Indian Mahayana Buddhism and later became one of the most important bodhisattvas in Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist traditions. Revered as the embodiment of compassion, he represents the aspiration to relieve the suffering of all sentient beings and guide them toward liberation. His practice was transmitted from India into Tibet, where it became central to meditation and devotional traditions across several schools. In Tibetan Buddhism, he is especially associated with the mantra “Om Mani Padme Hum,” as well as compassion, mercy, loving-kindness, and the cultivation of an altruistic mind dedicated to the welfare of others.