{"product_id":"guru-shapdum-tibetan-buddhist-sculpture","title":"Guru Shapdum Tibetan Buddhist Sculpture: Sacred Master Statue","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEmbodying Wisdom: Guru Shapdum Tibetan Buddhist Sculpture for Sacred Space\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Guru Shapdum Tibetan Buddhist Sculpture measures 12.20 inches (31 cm) in height, rests upon a 9.25-inch (23.5 cm) base, and weighs 3.57 kg. Handcrafted from a copper body, the statue provides a substantial foundation for the master’s seated form, layered monastic garments, ceremonial hat, ritual implements, and detailed lotus throne. The surface is enriched with 24K gold gilding, carefully applied to emphasize the sculpted contours and engraved patterns throughout the figure. Acrylic painting adds definition to the facial features, robes, hair, and smaller decorative elements, allowing each aspect of the craftsmanship to remain clearly visible. Its balanced proportions and dignified presence make it suitable for a Buddhist altar, meditation room, Dharma center, or collection of Himalayan sacred art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuru Shapdum, also known as Zhabdrung Rinpoche, is portrayed as an accomplished Vajrayana master seated in meditative composure upon a lotus throne. His monastic robes represent discipline and devotion to the Dharma, while his ceremonial hat identifies his spiritual authority and connection to the Drukpa Kagyu tradition. The vajra held near his heart symbolizes indestructible awareness, compassionate method, and the unwavering nature of awakened realization. The ritual bell represents wisdom and the understanding of emptiness; together, the vajra and bell express the inseparable union of skillful means and wisdom. His upright posture and composed expression convey spiritual command, clarity, and contemplative stability. Revered as a teacher and lineage holder, Guru Shapdum represents wise leadership, the preservation of Buddhist teachings, and the guidance needed to transform understanding into compassionate action.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.20”\/31cm (Height) x 9.25”\/23.5cm (Base)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.57 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24K Gold Gilded , Acrylic Painting , Copper Body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuru Shapdum is a wrathful manifestation of Guru Padmasambhava, the Lotus-Born, who brought Tantric Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century. This form, also known as Dorje Drolo, vanquishes obstacles and negative forces, protecting the Dharma and its practitioners. He embodies the ferocious aspect of compassion, cutting through delusion and ignorance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HA","offers":[{"title":"31cm x 23.5cm","offer_id":55598130430243,"sku":"GSHA24750","price":9999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/6517\/9590\/files\/download_d27c5082-88f7-42c2-a115-56dfa7210067.jpg?v=1789454356","url":"https:\/\/www.termatree.com\/products\/guru-shapdum-tibetan-buddhist-sculpture","provider":"termatree","version":"1.0","type":"link"}