Fierce Shakya Mahakala Handcrafted Statue | Tantric Altar Centerpiece
This Fierce Shakya Mahakala Handcrafted Statue, also known as Shakya Mahakala, measures 26.2”/66.5cm in height and 21.3”/54cm at the base and weighs 19.20 kg. Made from copper and finished with detailed acrylic paintings and gold coloring, the statue embodies a powerful yet balanced presence. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this piece reflects traditional craftsmanship and makes a refined addition to compact altars, meditation spaces, or personal spiritual collections.
Shakya Mahakala is a fierce and protective deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, known for his powerful presence and ability to destroy inner and outer obstacles. He holds a ritual staff across both arms—a symbol of his unwavering spiritual authority. In his left hand, he carries a skull cup, representing the transformation of negative energies, while his right hand wields a curved flaying knife (kartika), used to cut through ignorance and ego. He wears a crown of five skulls, symbolizing the transformation of the five poisons into the five wisdoms. His hair flows wildly and blazes with flames, expressing his untamed energy. His serpent garland and tiger-skin robe highlight his fearless, wrathful nature and mastery over primal forces. In a dynamic alidasana posture, he stands with one leg bent and the other pressing down on a subdued evil force, showing his dominance over negative energies. Behind him, a flaming red halo radiates intensity and protection, within which a pigeon and a Garuda appear, symbolizing spiritual power and swiftness.
Size: 26.2”/66.5cm (Height) x 21.3”/54cm (Base)
Weight: 19.20 kg
Material: Acrylic Paintings, Gold Coloring, Copper Body
Shakya Mahakala is a powerful protector in Vajrayana Buddhism, revered for his fierce compassion and role in removing obstacles on the spiritual path. Though wrathful in appearance, his true nature is rooted in profound wisdom and the intention to aid sentient beings. As a guardian of the Dharma, he swiftly destroys inner negativities such as ignorance, attachment, and fear, while shielding practitioners from external harm. Devotees invoke Shakya Mahakala for strength, protection, and the clearing of karmic obstructions, trusting in his unwavering commitment to the preservation and flourishing of the Buddhist teachings.
