Description
Traditional Fierce Vajrapani Protector Statue | Protector of the Dharma
Fierce Vajrapani Protector Statue stands at 9.1 inches (23 cm) in height with a base width of 8.3 inches (21 cm), and weighs 1.70 kg. Crafted from copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Vajrapani is typically shown in a powerful, dynamic stance, one leg bent and the other extended, ready for action, symbolising his readiness to protect and defend the Dharma. He has a wrathful, fierce face with bulging eyes, bared fangs, and a snarling mouth, symbolizing his determination and fearlessness in dispelling obstacles and ignorance. His hair is wild and often stands on end, sometimes depicted as flaming, representing his intense and fiery energy. A third eye on his forehead signifies his all-seeing wisdom and vigilance. Vajra is held in his right hand, symbolising indestructible wisdom, power, and the ability to cut through delusion. Noose is held in his left hand, used to bind demons and delusions, representing control over negative forces. Vajrapani is adorned with five skulls, symbolizing the transcendence of the five poisons (ignorance, attachment, aversion, pride, jealousy). He is often surrounded by a halo of flames, which represents the transformative and purifying energy that burns away obstacles and ignorance.
Size: 9.1”/23cm (Height) x 8.3”/21cm (Base)
Weight: 1.70 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Vajrapani, whose name means "Vajra in Hand," is a bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism who represents the power of all the Buddhas. The dynamic posture and fierce expression capture Vajrapani's role as the guardian of the Buddha’s teachings and the remover of inner and outer obstacles. Renowned for his capacity to safeguard the Dharma and aid adherents in their spiritual quest, Vajrapani is shown as an influential figure brandishing a vajra, or thunderbolt scepter.