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Tibetan Powerful Copper Statue of Vajrapani | Guardian of the Dharma
This Powerful Copper Statue of Vajrapani stands at 13.8”/35cm in height and 11.2”/28.5cm at the base, weighing 4.95 kg. Crafted from a copper body and adorned with 24K gold gilding, 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. It showcases both a powerful presence and exquisite Nepali craftsmanship. Designed by skilled artisans, this statue is ideal for altars, meditation spaces, or as a potent symbol of spiritual strength and protection.
The wrathful face emphasizes his power and compassion, representing Buddhism's fierce guardian ideal. On the one hand, he holds a vajra (thunderbolt), a potent symbol of unbreakable strength and knowledge that represents the capacity to cut through misconceptions and ignorance. His skull crown and the flames that frequently surround him represent his mastery of death and the ability to transform negativity into positive energy.
Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) x 11.2”/28.5cm (Base)
Weight: 4.95kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold and Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Vajrapani is a revered figure in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions, known as the protector of the Dharma and a guardian of the Buddha's teachings. Originating in India, Vajrapani is often depicted as a wrathful deity, wielding a vajra (thunderbolt) to symbolize indestructible power and the ability to overcome obstacles. As a Bodhisattva, he embodies strength, courage, and the protection of wisdom, and he is often shown as a fierce, wrathful figure to represent the removal of ignorance and the defense of enlightenment. His role is essential in both exoteric and esoteric practices, where he helps protect practitioners and supports their spiritual journey.