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Historical Handcrafted Guru Rinpoche Copper Sculpture for Your Shrine
This Handcrafted Guru Rinpoche Copper Sculpture stands at 9.3”/23.5cm in height and 6.3”/16cm at the base, weighing 1.63 kg. Made from copper and adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings, this statue reflects traditional Tibetan artistry. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, it makes a refined addition to compact altars, meditation spaces, or personal spiritual collections.
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is honored as the Second Buddha and a key figure in the spread of Vajrayana Buddhism. In his left hand, he holds a kapala containing the vase of immortality, representing endless spiritual wealth and triumph over death. His right hand grasps a vajra, symbolizing unbreakable wisdom and insight. Resting against his shoulder is the khatvanga trident, a tantric emblem representing control over the three realms of existence. This trident also signifies the Three Kayas: Dharmakaya (the ultimate truth underlying all things), Sambhogakaya (the blissful form perceived by advanced practitioners), and Nirmanakaya (the form in which he manifests to guide others). With a lotus and feather crown, symbolizing supreme wisdom and enlightenment, Guru Rinpoche sits in a regal posture, blending stillness with compassion. His rich robes and ornaments reflect his spiritual authority and royal presence. Seated on a lotus, a symbol of purity, this statue embodies the miraculous birth and profound spiritual significance of Guru Rinpoche.
Size: 9.3”/23.5cm (Height) x 6.3”/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.63 kg
Materials: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered tantric master credited with bringing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet. Celebrated as the "Second Buddha," he is believed to have mastered esoteric teachings and transformed the spiritual landscape by subduing negative forces and establishing the Dharma. His teachings emphasize the union of wisdom and compassion, guiding practitioners on the path to enlightenment. Guru Rinpoche remains a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism, inspiring devotion, protection, and transformation.