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The Milarepa Statue, Devoted Yogi | Himalayan Mystic and Dharma Guide
The Milarepa Statue, Devoted Yogi, stands 58 cm tall with a broad 45.5 cm base and weighs 24.77 kilograms. Crafted from a copper body, it is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and richly adorned with detailed gold and acrylic paintings. The statue is carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. Exemplifying the finest Himalayan craftsmanship, this piece emanates spiritual grace and artistic grandeur, making it a striking focal point for temples, altars, or sacred collections.
Milarepa is depicted with long ears, symbolizing his renunciation and spiritual attainment. In his right hand, he holds a kapala (skull cup), representing transformation and the impermanence of life. His left hand is cupped to his ear, signifying his deep listening to the teachings and the sounds of truth. He sits on a deer skin placed on a pedestal, a traditional seat associated with ascetics and monks during meditation. This use of deer skin reflects a close connection to nature, simplicity, and a life of renunciation. His simple robe further emphasizes his ascetic lifestyle and devotion to spiritual practice.
Size: 22.8”/58cm (Height) x 17.9”/45.5cm (Base)
Weight: 24.77 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Milarepa, one of Tibet’s most celebrated yogis and poets, is revered as a master of meditation, deep spiritual practice, and enlightenment. Known for his extraordinary life of renunciation and perseverance, Milarepa is a symbol of transformation, having overcome great hardships to achieve profound spiritual realization. His teachings and songs are widely cherished in Tibetan Buddhism, embodying the path of Dharma and the possibility of enlightenment for all. Practitioners look to Milarepa for inspiration in overcoming obstacles on their own spiritual journey, and his image is often placed in meditation spaces to invoke deep focus, wisdom, and inner peace.