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17.5 Inch Magnificent Statue of Tikshna Manjushri
This 17.5-inch Magnificent Statue of Tikshna Manjushri is a masterfully handcrafted piece, made from a copper body with 24K gold gilding, silver plating, vibrant acrylic paintings, and inlaid gemstones. Weighing 7.84 kg, it reflects the refined artistry of skilled Nepali craftsmen, blending traditional techniques with intricate detailing. The radiant finish and careful ornamentation make it a striking addition to altars, meditation spaces, or personal collections, embodying the wisdom and transformative power associated with Manjushri.
In his iconography, Tikshna Manjushri is depicted seated in padmasana upon a double lotus base. His principal hands are held in dharmachakra mudra, symbolizing the turning of the Wheel of Dharma, while each hand also has a lotus flower. The right lotus cradles his flaming sword of wisdom, cutting through ignorance, while the left supports the Prajnaparamita sutra, representing transcendent wisdom. He is adorned with a five-pointed crown signifying the Five Dhyani Buddhas, along with magnificent jewelry and flowing ornaments, highlighting his enlightened majesty.
Size: 17.5”/44.5cm (Height) x 12.4”/31.5cm (Base)
Weight: 7.84 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body, Gemstones, Silver Plated.
Manjushri is one of the most revered Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism, honored as the embodiment of transcendent wisdom. His name means “Gentle Glory” or “Sweet Splendor.” He is often depicted as a youthful figure, symbolizing the freshness, clarity, and sharpness of wisdom that cuts through the darkness of ignorance. His most recognizable attributes are the flaming sword he wields in his right hand, which severs delusion, and the prajnaparamita sutra he holds upon a lotus in his left hand, representing ultimate knowledge.