Description
Chitipati: Dancing Protectors of Impermanence
This Chitipati Buddhist sculpture stands 15.16 inches (38.5cm) tall, with a base measuring 12.6 inches (32cm), and weighs 5.62 kg. Crafted from an oxidised copper body and enhanced with gold electroplating, silver electroplating, and acrylic paintings, this piece reflects refined Himalayan metal artistry. Handcrafted in Nepal by skilled Newar artisans, it is well-suited for personal altars, meditation spaces, or distinctive spiritual décor collections.
Chitipati are depicted as a pair of dancing skeletal guardians, traditionally understood as Lords of the Charnel Ground. Their dynamic dance posture symbolizes the impermanence of existence and triumph over fear, delusion, and attachment. This traditional representation follows Tibetan Buddhist artistic conventions, conveying the guardians’ role as protectors of sacred spaces and reminders of life’s transient nature.
Size: 15.16”/38.5cm (Height) x 12.6”/32cm (Base)
Weight: 5.62 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Gold Electroplating, Silver Electroplating, Acrylic Paintings
Spiritually, Chitipati embodies the wisdom of impermanence and the urgency of spiritual practice. This sculpture serves as a contemplative focal point, encouraging practitioners to reflect on mortality, detach from material clinging, and cultivate liberation from cyclic existence. Its commanding yet meditative presence supports deep reflection and disciplined awareness in daily practice.