Description
Maha Manjushri: Illuminating the Path of Wisdom and Understanding
This Maha Manjushri Statue measures 8.86”/22.5cm in height with a 6.69”/17cm base and weighs 2.07 kg. Crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this sculpture features an oxidized copper body finished with 24K gold gilding and detailed acrylic painting. The combination of the dark antique copper surface, radiant gold accents, and carefully applied painted details highlights the intricate carvings across the deity’s ornaments, crown, ritual objects, lotus pedestal, and decorative elements. The refined craftsmanship, balanced proportions, and traditional Himalayan metalwork create a distinguished representation of Maha Manjushri, making this statue suitable for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, Dharma centers, monasteries, or spiritual collections.
The sculpture depicts Maha Manjushri seated upon an intricately carved lotus pedestal in a dynamic wisdom aspect. He is shown with multiple arms, holding a flaming sword raised above his head in his upper right hand, symbolizing the cutting through of ignorance and delusion. One of his hands holds a lotus flower supporting a sacred scripture, while another hand holds a bow and arrow. His remaining hands display symbolic gestures associated with wisdom and enlightened activity. He wears an elaborate crown adorned with gemstones, earrings, necklaces, and finely carved ornaments, while his richly detailed garments flow around his seated posture. The serene facial expression, powerful arrangement of ritual attributes, ornate jewelry, and carefully crafted lotus throne reflect the traditional Himalayan representation of Maha Manjushri as the embodiment of supreme wisdom.
Size: 8.86”/22.5cm (Height) x 6.69”/17cm (Base)
Weight: 2.07 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Oxidized Copper Body
Maha Manjushri is revered across Mahayana Buddhism as the Bodhisattva embodying ultimate wisdom and insight. He is often depicted holding a sword, symbolizing his ability to cut through delusion, and a scriptural text, representing his mastery of the Dharma. Manjushri's wisdom is not merely intellectual, but a profound understanding of emptiness and the nature of reality, guiding practitioners to overcome ignorance and realize enlightenment.