Description
Invoking Transcendental Wisdom and Clarity with the Manjushri 24K Gold Coated Copper Figurine
This Manjushri 24K Gold Coated Copper Figurine measures 20.4”/52cm in height and 15.3”/39cm at the base, weighing 11.09 kg. Handcrafted from a copper body, this impressive Himalayan Buddhist sculpture is richly finished with 24K gold gilding, detailed acrylic painting, and carefully placed gemstones. The figure is seated in vajra posture upon an elaborately carved double-lotus pedestal, with an expressive serene face, elongated earlobes, an ornate jeweled crown, large earrings, layered necklaces, armlets, bracelets, and flowing celestial scarves. Fine handwork is visible throughout the crown, facial features, jewelry, garments, lotus petals, and decorative elements. The richly painted garments feature intricate ornamental patterns in vibrant tones, while gemstone accents add detail to the crown, jewelry, and sacred ornaments. The radiant gold finish highlights the sculptural details and creates a striking contrast with the colorful painted areas, giving this substantial figurine a distinguished presence for a Buddhist altar, meditation hall, shrine, Dharma center, monastery, or sacred collection.
This statue features Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom, holding the flaming sword of wisdom in his raised right hand. The sword symbolizes the sharp and penetrating wisdom that cuts through ignorance, confusion, conceptual obscurations, and mistaken views. His left hand is raised near the heart in a teaching gesture while holding the stem of a lotus that blossoms beside his shoulder; the lotus traditionally supports the Prajnaparamita scripture, representing the Perfection of Wisdom and the profound teachings leading toward awakened understanding. His peaceful expression and upright meditative posture convey clarity, concentration, and fearless wisdom, while the elaborate crown and ornaments identify his enlightened Bodhisattva form. The lotus throne represents purity and the unfolding of wisdom, while the sword and scripture together express the union of penetrating insight and profound Buddhist knowledge. His richly ornamented form emphasizes that wisdom is not merely intellectual understanding, but an awakened quality capable of transforming ignorance and guiding beings toward liberation.
Size: 20.4”/52cm (Height) x 15.3”/39cm (Base)
Weight: 11.09 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Gemstones
Manjushri is revered in Mahayana Buddhism as the celestial embodiment of supreme wisdom, mindfulness, and cognitive clarity. By piercing the veil of illusion with his flaming sword, he guides practitioners toward a deeper understanding of emptiness and ultimate reality, fostering both academic learning and spiritual awakening.