Handmade Guru Rinpoche Statue: Revered Vajrayana Master for Shrine
Guru Rinpoche Statue: Revered Vajrayana Master, stands 22 inches (56 cm) tall with a broad base of 15 inches (38 cm) and weighs 16.65 kilograms. Expertly crafted from a solid copper body, it is lavishly adorned with 24K gold gilding, intricate gold and acrylic paintings, and hand-set gemstones that enhance its divine presence. The statue radiates sacred elegance, making it a powerful centerpiece for large altars, temples, or meditation halls. Its rich symbolism and fine craftsmanship reflect the mastery of Nepali artisans and embody the spiritual essence of Padmasambhava. Ideal for serious practitioners, temple sanctuaries, or collectors of Himalayan sacred art.
Padmasambhava is depicted seated in royal ease posture (lalitasana), embodying confidence and serenity. In his right hand, he holds a vajra, symbolizing unshakable power and compassion. His left hand, resting in his lap, has a vase of immortality placed on a skull cup, signifying the transcendence of mortality and the elixir of enlightenment. Resting against his left shoulder is a khatvanga, a tantric staff representing his consort’s presence and mastery of esoteric wisdom.
He is adorned in colorful robes and wears his distinctive lotus hat, symbolizing his enlightened activity in the world. The lotus-petal base beneath him represents purity and spiritual awakening, arising unsullied from the mire of samsara.
Size: 22”/56cm (Height) x 15”/38cm (Base)
Weight: 16.65kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a revered tantric master credited with bringing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet. Celebrated as the "Second Buddha," he is believed to have mastered esoteric teachings and transformed the spiritual landscape by subduing negative forces and establishing the Dharma. His teachings emphasize the union of wisdom and compassion, guiding practitioners on the path to enlightenment. Guru Rinpoche remains a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism, inspiring devotion, protection, and transformation.