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Handmade Padmasambhava Tibetan Sculpture | Himalayan Buddhist Icon
The Padmasambhava Tibetan Sculpture, also known as the Lotus-Born Master, stands at 9.1 inches (23 cm) in height with a 5.9-inch (15 cm) base and weighs 1.36 kilograms. Made 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, adorned with hand-carved gemstones, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
In its iconography, Guru Rinpoche is depicted in a regal posture seated on a lotus base, holding a vajra in the right hand and a vase of immortality with a kapala (skull cup) in the left hand, symbolizing wisdom and the nectar of immortality. A khatvanga trident rests on his shoulders, representing his mastery over the tantric path and the union of method and wisdom. This depiction embodies his enlightened power, protective energy, and compassionate guidance for practitioners.
Size: 9.1”/23cm (Height) x 5.9”/15cm (Base)
Weight: 1.36kg
Materials: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche, is a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. His iconography reflects his enlightened qualities, spiritual attainments, and central role in the transmission of Vajrayana Buddhism. He is depicted wearing a crown adorned with jewels and the Five Dhyani Buddhas, symbolizing his mastery of transcendent wisdom. In his right hand, he holds a vajra, representing indestructible clarity and spiritual power, while his left hand holds a skull cup (kapala) filled with the vase of immortality, signifying the essence of wisdom and longevity. Seated in a regal posture upon a lotus base with a moon disc, Padmasambhava embodies purity, spiritual awakening, and his ability to dispel ignorance and negativity. His serene yet powerful expression radiates compassion and enlightened activity, offering protection and guidance to all beings.