Handcrafted Himalayan Gampopa Statue | Disciple of Milarepa
This handcrafted Himalayan Gampopa statue measures 8.3”/21cm in height and 6.7”/17cm at the base and weighs 1.66 kg. Made from 24K gold gilded copper with gold and acrylic paintings, it reflects expert artisan craftsmanship. Gampopa radiates profound wisdom and compassionate transmission of the Kagyu lineage teachings, inspiring dedication and spiritual growth. This statue is ideal for adding a meaningful presence to any altar or meditation space.
Gampopa is depicted wearing the distinctive Tibetan red Kagyu hat, symbolizing his connection to the Kagyu lineage, along with traditional monastic robes that reflect his role as a dedicated monk and spiritual teacher. He sits in the meditative lotus posture (padmāsana) on a pedestal, representing stability, enlightenment, and his elevated sacred status. He holds the jewel of liberation in dhyāna mudrā, which signifies the spiritual wealth and freedom gained through deep meditation and wisdom. Together, these iconographic elements convey Gampopa’s embodiment of meditative insight, monastic discipline, and the profound teachings of the Kagyu tradition.
Size: 8.3”/21cm (Height) x 6.7”/17cm (Base)
Weight: 1.66 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Gampopa Sönam Rinchen (1079–1153) was a pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, renowned for synthesizing the Kadampa and Kagyu traditions to establish the Dakpo Kagyu lineage. Born in the Nyal district of central Tibet, he was trained as a physician and later became a monk and spiritual teacher.
