The Oxidized and Silver Plated Guru Rinpoche Statue | Himalayan Tantric Masterpiece
Oxidized and Silver Plated Guru Rinpoche Statue measures 23 cm (9.1 inches) in height and 15 cm (5.9 inches) in width, with a weight of 1.29 kg. Expertly crafted from an oxidized copper body with silver plating, it is adorned with carefully inlaid gemstones that add vibrant detail to its intricate design.
Guru Rinpoche is represented sitting in a royal posture, presenting confidence and spiritual mastery. His right hand holds a vajra, which represents indestructible power while his left hand holds a skull cup (kapala) filled with the nectar of wisdom. The khatvanga, a trident ornamented with symbolic components reflecting his tantric attainment and the union of wisdom and compassion, rests on his left shoulder.
Size: 9.1”/23cm (Height) × 5.9”/15cm (Width)
Weight: 1.29kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plated
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is one of the most venerated figures in Tibetan Buddhism. Believed to have introduced Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century, he is regarded as the "Second Buddha." His teachings combine wisdom, compassion, and transformative power, guiding practitioners toward liberation. Guru Rinpoche’s iconography—vajra, skull cup, and trident—symbolizes his mastery over obstacles and his ability to dispel ignorance and negativity. He is invoked as a protector and spiritual guide, offering blessings of insight and enlightenment.