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Handmade Sacred Tantric Buddhism Padmasambhava Sculpture for Dharma Decor
The Sacred Tantric Buddhism Padmasambhava Sculpture, also known as Padmasambhava, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism, represents enlightenment, compassion, and spiritual mastery. This handcrafted statue is 12.8" (Height) x 7.7" (Base) and weighs 3.17 kg. It is made of 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.
Guru Rinpoche is typically depicted seated in the royal posture (one leg folded, the other slightly extended), symbolizing readiness to benefit beings while remaining in meditative equipoise. He sits atop a lotus pedestal, representing his miraculous, pure birth from a lotus and his transcendence over worldly defilements. In his left hand, he holds a kapala—a skull cup containing the vase of immortality—symbolizing spiritual abundance and triumph over death. His right hand wields a vajra, signifying unshakable wisdom and mental clarity. Resting against his shoulder is the khatvanga trident, a potent tantric emblem representing mastery over the three realms of existence. This trident also embodies the Three Kayas: Dharmakaya (ultimate reality), Sambhogakaya (the blissful form perceived by advanced practitioners), and Nirmanakaya (his manifested form to guide sentient beings). Crowned with a lotus hat adorned with a feather, Guru Rinpoche exudes profound enlightenment and insight, seated in a calm yet dynamic posture that harmonizes meditative stillness with compassionate activity.
Size: 12.8”/32.5cm (Height) x 7.7”/19.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.17 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Handcarved Gemstones
In Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche, also called Padmasambhava, is a highly esteemed figure who is frequently referred to as the "Second Buddha" due to his pivotal role in bringing Buddhism to Tibet. Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, was able to be built because he is credited with driving out local spirits and impediments. The core teachings of Tibetan Buddhism are those of Guru Rinpoche, who brought Vajrayana (Tantric) Buddhism to Tibet and blended it with the native Bon tradition. He is revered for his mastery of spiritual practices and his significant influence on the development of Tibetan Buddhism. His legacy comprises a multitude of teachings and books.