Statue of Namgyalma, Purification Goddess | Handcrafted Nepali Icon
Namgyalma, Purification Goddess, stands 14 inches (35.5 cm) tall with a 13.4-inch (34 cm) wide base and weighs 6.29 kilograms. Crafted from a copper body, it is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, richly adorned with detailed gold and acrylic paintings, and accented with carefully inlaid gemstones. The statue is carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect, enhancing its visual depth and sacred aura. This piece exemplifies traditional Himalayan craftsmanship and brings a commanding spiritual presence and artistic elegance to any altar or sacred space.
Namgyalma, also known as Ushnishavijaya, is a revered Buddhist goddess who embodies longevity, purification, and protection. Her three faces tell a story of spiritual insight, obstacle removal, and defense against negativity. The ushnisha crown atop her head marks her enlightened wisdom, while her lotus throne symbolizes purity and spiritual elevation. In her upper right hand, she holds a lotus or Amitabha Buddha, offering blessings of healing and long life. Her lower right hand shows the varada mudrā, a gesture of compassionate wish-granting. With a bow and arrow, she skillfully targets challenges, while the double vajra she carries stands for unbreakable wisdom. The sacred vase she holds brims with the nectar of immortality, symbolizing renewal and lasting vitality. Sitting firmly in vajra posture, Namgyalma shines as a beacon of inner strength, spiritual protection, and the transformative journey toward enlightenment and well-being.
Size: 14”/35.5cm (Height) x 13.4”/34cm (Base)
Weight: 6.29 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Namgyalma, also known as Ushnisha Vijaya, is a Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist deity revered for bestowing longevity, warding off death, and purifying negative karma. She has three faces and eight arms, each with symbolic traits indicating her power to protect practitioners from various perils and extend their lives. Namgyalma's practice is especially revered for its ability to improve health, longevity, and mental purity. This statue is a powerful manifestation of these virtues, a constant reminder of the possibility of spiritual growth and rejuvenation.
