42cm 24k Gold Gilded, Intricately Hand-Carved Statue of Guru Rinpoche
This exquisitely detailed Guru Rinpoche statue is the perfect representation of the beloved circa 8th – 9th centuries Tibetan teacher of Buddhism. It is intricately carved on copper-alloy cast and wonderfully embellished hand-carved jewels, making it a true testament to the craftsmanship of the artisans.
The Guru statue is a work of art created by renowned Nepalese craftsmen in traditional Himalayan art on a copper alloy with 24k gold gilding. He is depicted sitting atop a lotus moon disc, holding the vajra scepter in his right hand and a skullcup containing nectar in his left. The intricate katvanga staff sits upright on the left shoulder.
Size: 16.5"/42cm (Height) x 8.6"/22cm (Base)
Weight: 4.80 kg
Material: 24k Gold Gilded, 24k Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Hand Carved Gemstone, Copper Body
Guru Rinpoche was an instrumental figure in Tibetan Buddhism. In Tibetan Buddhism, Padmasambhava's teachings are said to have an oral lineage (kama) as well as a lineage of the hidden treasure texts (terms). He is said to appear in visionary encounters with tertöns, and his form is visualized during guru yoga practice, particularly in the Nyingma school. He is revered by Buddhists in Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, India's Himalayan states, and other countries around the world.
