Description
Handcrafted Jigten Sumgon Statue: Revered Buddhist Master
This Handcrafted Jigten Sumgon Statue stands at 16.1”/41cm in height and 11”/28cm at the base, weighing 7.31 kg. Made from a copper body, it is adorned with 24K gold gilding and gemstones, along with acrylic paintings, offering both a striking visual presence and a sense of reverence. Expertly handcrafted by skilled Nepali artisans, it reflects traditional craftsmanship and makes a meaningful addition to altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections.
Jigten Sumgon is depicted in a meditative posture, holding his right hand in the bhumisparsha mudra, which symbolizes unwavering determination and the calling of the earth as a witness to enlightenment. His left hand rests upon an alms bowl, representing generosity, monastic discipline, and the sustenance of spiritual practice. He wears the distinctive Drikung hat, which highlights his identity as the founder of the Drikung Kagyu lineage, while his robes and adornments reflect the traditional artistry and devotion of the Himalayas.
Size: 16.1”/41cm (Height) x 11”/28cm (Base)
Weight: 7.31 kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gemstones, Acrylic Paintings
Jigten Sumgön was a key figure in the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, regarded as the second Tibetan Buddhist mahasiddha and the founder of the Drikung Kagyu sub-school. He is remembered for his profound teachings, emphasis on the Three Trainings, and his role in transmitting important Vajrayana texts to Tibet.