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Handcrafted Statue of Compassionate Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara | Home Altar Decor
This handcrafted statue measures 9.1”/23cm in height and 7.3”/18.5cm at the base, with a weight of 1.91 kg. Made from a copper body, it is richly adorned with 24K gold gilding, intricate gold and acrylic paintings, and detailed with hand-carved gemstones. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this piece is ideal for use on personal altars or as a meaningful spiritual centerpiece in any sacred space.
Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara), the Lord of Compassion, is depicted with four arms, each representing different aspects of his boundless compassion and wisdom. His upper right hand holds a crystal mala, symbolizing the cycle of samsara (birth, death, and rebirth) and the path to liberation. In his upper left hand, he holds a lotus flower, which represents purity, spiritual awakening, and the potential for enlightenment. Chenrezig’s lower hands perform the Anjali Mudra, a gesture of prayer and reverence that signifies unity, humility, and the balance between wisdom and compassion. Seated in the Vajra posture, he embodies unshakable wisdom, stability, and deep meditation, with his serene expression radiating boundless compassion and offering guidance to all sentient beings on their path to liberation.
Size: 9.1”/23cm (Height) x 7.3”/18.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.91 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Handcarved Gemstones
Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara) is a central figure in Mahayana Buddhism, revered for his compassion. He is often depicted with multiple arms, each representing a facet of his loving kindness and his readiness to provide help. His mantra, Om Mani Padme Hum, is one of the most widely recited in Buddhism, embodying the essence of the Bodhisattva’s promise to aid all beings.