Description
A Four Armed Chenrezig Traditional Sculpture Embodying Universal Love
This Four Armed Chenrezig Traditional Sculpture measures 14.5”/37cm in height and 10.2”/26cm at the base, weighing 4.91 kg. Handcrafted from a copper body, this refined Himalayan Buddhist sculpture is richly finished with 24K gold gilding, detailed acrylic painting, and carefully placed gemstones. Chenrezig is seated gracefully upon an intricately carved lotus pedestal, adorned with an elaborate jeweled crown, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, armlets, and flowing celestial scarves. The radiant gold surface highlights the finely carved facial features, ornaments, garments, lotus petals, and decorative patterns, while vibrant acrylic painting adds depth and definition to selected details. Gemstone embellishments bring additional richness to the crown and jewelry, creating a distinguished appearance that reflects the skill of traditional Nepalese metal craftsmanship. Its balanced proportions and elaborate finish make this sculpture especially suitable for a Buddhist altar, meditation space, Dharma center, monastery, devotional setting, or sacred collection.
This sacred representation portrays Four Armed Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion, who embodies the compassionate activity of all Buddhas. His four arms represent the vast and expansive nature of compassion, while his principal hands are joined before his heart in a gesture of devotion and compassionate awareness. His upper right hand traditionally holds a mala, symbolizing continuous spiritual practice and the recitation of Chenrezig’s mantra, while his upper left hand holds a lotus, representing purity and the blossoming of compassion and wisdom despite the conditions of the ordinary world. His peaceful expression conveys loving-kindness and profound concern for sentient beings, while the elaborate crown and ornaments express his enlightened Bodhisattva nature. The lotus throne symbolizes purity and spiritual awakening, creating a sacred foundation for his compassionate presence. Chenrezig is especially revered as a compassionate guide who inspires practitioners to cultivate kindness, patience, generosity, and an aspiration to relieve the suffering of others.
Size: 14.5”/37cm (Height) x 10.2”/26cm (Base)
Weight: 4.91 kg
Material: Copper Body, Gemstones, 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting
Chenrezig, known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, is the Bodhisattva who embodies the compassion of all Buddhas. He is revered across various Buddhist traditions, particularly in Tibet, where he is considered the patron deity. His vow is to free all beings from suffering before attaining Buddhahood himself, manifesting in many forms to aid others.