A Sacred Assembly: Handcrafted Kagyu Master Divine Set
This Sacred Assembly: Handcrafted Kagyu Master Divine Set is a beautiful representation of lineage, wisdom, and spiritual transmission. Expertly crafted in Nepal, each figure is formed from a solid copper body, adorned with radiant 24K gold gilding and enhanced with fine acrylic paintings that bring out the serene expressions and intricate details. Standing at 7.9 inches (20 cm) tall with a base of 6.1 inches (15.5 cm) and a total weight of 4.88 kg, the set carries both visual elegance and a grounded presence. This exquisite collection embodies the blessings of the Kagyu masters, making it a meaningful addition to any altar or meditation space, and a powerful symbol of devotion, lineage continuity, and enlightened guidance.
The central and largest figure is Marpa Lotsawa (1012–1097), the founder of the Kagyu lineage, depicted as a robust figure with a dark blue ushnisha, symbolizing his realization as a great teacher. He sits in a meditative posture, embodying stability and profound wisdom. At the bottom left is Milarepa (1052–1135), Marpa’s most renowned disciple, shown in a simple white robe reflecting his ascetic life; his meditative pose conveys deep realization and renunciation. On the bottom right sits Gampopa (1079–1153), another principal student of Marpa, portrayed as a monk with a shaved head and monastic robes. His relaxed posture, often with his hand supporting his head, expresses the union of meditative insight and compassionate ease. Together, these three masters represent the living transmission of the Kagyu lineage—wisdom passed from teacher to student, embodying devotion, realization, and the path to enlightenment.
Size: 7.9”/20cm (Height) x 6.1”/15.5cm (Base)
Weight: 4.88 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
The Kagyu lineage is one of the four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism, distinguished by its strong emphasis on meditation and the direct, experiential transmission of realization from master to disciple. Its teachings focus deeply on understanding the true nature of the mind and attaining complete enlightenment, often through advanced practices such as Mahamudra and the Six Yogas of Naropa. This sacred lineage traces an unbroken chain of wisdom, where realization is passed down through devoted practice and guidance. A Kagyu master set represents these foundational figures and enlightened teachers who established and carried forward this tradition, serving as timeless sources of inspiration, guidance, and spiritual awakening for practitioners.
