Handcrafted Guru Rinpoche Spiritual Decor | Tibetan Style Artwork
This Handcrafted Guru Rinpoche for Spiritual Decor, also known as Padmasambhava, measures 9.4”/24cm in height and 6.1”/15.5cm at the base and weighs 1.55 kg. It is made of 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 is handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava and honored as the Second Buddha and founder of Vajrayana Buddhism, represents deep spiritual wisdom and mastery. In his left hand, he holds a kapala (skull cup), symbolizing spiritual abundance and triumph over the limitations of death. His right hand grasps a vajra, which stands for unwavering wisdom and clarity. Draped across his shoulder is a khatvanga trident, a tantric emblem that signifies control over the three realms and the integration of the Three Kayas: Dharmakāya (the ultimate reality), Saṃbhogakāya (the blissful, celestial body), and Nirmāṇakāya (the manifested form that guides beings). Atop his head rests a lotus crown adorned with a feather, symbolizing enlightened wisdom and compassionate action. His seated pose perfectly balances calm serenity and active compassion, embodying Padmasambhava’s powerful and transformative spiritual presence.
Size: 9.4”/24cm (Height) x 6.1”/15.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.55 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, miraculously appeared at the age of eight from a blooming lotus in Lake Dhanakosha, fulfilling a prophecy of Shakyamuni Buddha. Not born from a womb, he manifested spontaneously, radiating profound wisdom and compassion. His arrival marked the dawn of Vajrayana Buddhism, and he became known as the Second Buddha, transforming obstacles and guiding beings toward enlightenment. Among his significant achievements, Guru Rinpoche is credited with subduing powerful demons and spiritual barriers that hindered the spread of Buddhism. He established the first monastery in Tibet, Samye, and initiated the practice of Vajrayana, bringing advanced tantric teachings to the region. His wisdom and guidance laid the foundation for the flourishing of Tibetan Buddhism, and he is revered as a master who harmonized the teachings of tantra, mantra, and meditation. Guru Rinpoche's legacy inspires millions, and his profound impact on Tibetan spiritual life remains unmatched.