Handmade Padmasambhava Deity Guru Rinpoche with Consort Sculpture | Enlightened Union
The Padmasambhava Deity, also known as Guru Rinpoche with Consort, stands at a height of 12.4 inches (31.5 cm) with a base width of 9.8 inches (25 cm) and weighs 5.54 kilograms, giving it a substantial and commanding presence. Crafted from copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Guru Rinpoche is depicted seated in a posture of royal ease, with one leg drawn up and the other extended, on a lotus seat, symbolizing his miraculous birth from a lotus. He holds a vajra (symbolizing compassion and skillful means) in his right hand at his heart and a skull cup (kapala) filled with nectar in his left hand, which may also contain a vase of longevity. Cradled in his left arm is the khatvanga, a trident staff adorned with symbolic elements, such as three severed heads representing the three kayas (bodies of enlightenment), and often associated with his consort, signifying the union of wisdom and method. The consort is seated on his lap, embracing him, reflecting the tantric principle of the union of opposites and also symbolizing the inseparable unity of wisdom (female) and compassion or skillful means (male).
Size: 12.4”/31.5cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 5.54 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Within Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche, also called Padmasambhava, is highly esteemed as the "Precious Guru" who introduced Buddhism to Tibet. His spouse stands for the personification of knowledge and enlightened action. Collectively, they assist practitioners in overcoming challenges and achieving spiritual realization by providing direction and protection to anybody who calls upon them. May you receive heavenly insight and benefits as you contemplate this statue, assisting you in your spiritual development.
