Handmade Wisdom Deity Manjushri Statue | Nepali Buddhist Art
This Handmade Wisdom Deity Manjushri Statue, also known as the Bodhisattva of Power and Wisdom, stands at 15.4”/39cm in height and 11”/28cm at the base, weighing 6.01 kg. Made from oxidized copper, it features silver plating and is adorned with gold and acrylic paintings. Expertly handcrafted in Nepal, this statue embodies traditional Himalayan craftsmanship, making it a powerful addition to altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual collections that seek clarity and insight.
In his iconography, Manjushri is seated in the vajrāsana posture upon a moon disc lotus base, symbolizing purity and focused meditation. His right hand holds the flaming sword of wisdom, cutting through ignorance. His left hand forms the Vitarka Mudra, the gesture of teaching, holding a lotus stem that supports the Prajnaparamita Sutra, representing the perfection of wisdom. He wears ornate jewelry and a five-pointed crown, representing the Five Dhyani Buddhas, which signifies his enlightened nature. This statue beautifully embodies Manjushri's role as the embodiment of ultimate wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism.
Size: 15.4”/39cm (Height) x 11”/28cm (Base)
Weight: 6.01kg
Materials: Copper Body, Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plating, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Manjushri, also known as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, is highly revered in Buddhist traditions for his ability to dispel ignorance and cultivate clear insight. His flaming sword represents the sharpness of wisdom that cuts through delusion, while his text signifies the wisdom of the Buddha. Practitioners often invoke Manjushri for guidance in deepening their understanding of reality, enhancing their mental clarity, and overcoming ignorance.
