Handcrafted Statue of Powerful Enchantress Kurukulla | Tibetan Buddhism Art
This handcrafted Kurukulla statue measures 16.3”/41.5cm in height and 11.4”/29cm at the base and weighs 3.60 kg. It is made of copper, covered with a triple layer of Mercury gold, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture is handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizing Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Kurukulla, originally an Indian tribal deity linked to magical domination and enchantment, was integrated into the Buddhist pantheon, notably in the Hevajra Tantra. A popular story portrays her as a neglected queen who sought to regain her husband's affection through powerful magic. In her depiction, Kurukulla has a red body, symbolizing passion, magnetism, and her connection to the Lotus family. She is often portrayed with one face and four arms, two holding a bow, representing her power to control and enchant. Her five-skeleton crown signifies her connection to wisdom and transformation, while her halo, encircled by skulls and flames, represents her magical prowess's fiery, transformative energy. Kurukulla is typically shown stepping on a sun disc lotus base, symbolizing her dominion over the material and spiritual realms.
Size: 16.3”/41.5cm (Height) x 11.4”/29cm (Base)
Weight: 3.60 kg
Material: Copper Body, Mercury Gold, Acrylic Paintings
Kurukulla is an aspect of Tara and is also known as Red Tara. Her Tibetan name is Rigjyedma, meaning “she who is the cause of knowledge.” She bestows these qualities upon her followers, enabling them to sway others to their wishes and fulfill their desires. Her powerful charms also allow her to compassionately lead straying practitioners back to the path of Dharma.
