Description
Simhanada Manjushri Bodhisattva Statue: The Roar of Wisdom
This Simhanada Manjushri Bodhisattva Statue measures 16.14”/41cm in height with a 12.4”/31.5cm base and weighs 8.66 kg. Meticulously handcrafted from a copper body, this sculpture is richly enhanced with gold and acrylic painting and adorned with carefully hand-carved gemstones. The radiant gold decoration highlights the intricate details across the deity’s ornaments, garments, lotus pedestal, aureole, and symbolic attributes, while vibrant acrylic painting brings definition to the face, body, clothing, and surrounding decorative elements. The elaborate ornamental frame rises behind the figure with finely carved patterns and detailed relief work, while the layered lotus pedestal provides a richly decorated foundation. The combination of gemstone embellishment, elaborate carving, vibrant painting, and traditional Himalayan metalwork gives this sculpture a distinguished presence for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, Dharma centers, monasteries, or sacred art collections.
The sculpture depicts Simhanada Manjushri, a powerful manifestation associated with the wisdom of Manjushri and the transformative power of enlightened speech. The deity is portrayed with a radiant red-orange complexion and a dynamic seated posture upon a richly carved lotus throne. His expression combines serenity with the powerful presence associated with this form, while his elaborate crown, necklaces, bracelets, armlets, and other ornaments are enhanced with hand-carved gemstones. His sacred attributes are arranged around the body, including the wisdom sword and lotus-supported symbolic elements, representing the cutting power of transcendent wisdom and the flourishing of enlightened understanding. A highly ornate aureole surrounds the figure, filled with intricate scrolling motifs and decorative relief work, while the lotus throne features multiple layers of finely carved petals and colorful painted details. The combination of the expressive figure, symbolic attributes, elaborate jewelry, gemstone work, richly decorated aureole, and detailed lotus pedestal creates a striking representation of Simhanada Manjushri in traditional Himalayan Buddhist sculpture.
Size: 16.14”/41cm (Height) x 12.4”/31.5cm (Base)
Weight: 8.66 kg
Material: Copper Body, Gold and Acrylic Painting, Handcarved Gemstones
Manjushri, whose name means 'Gentle Glory,' is revered as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. He is often depicted holding a flaming sword, symbolizing the cutting away of ignorance, and a Prajnaparamita sutra, representing transcendent wisdom. Simhanada Manjushri is a specific form associated with the power to overcome obstacles and negative influences, embodying an assertive and protective aspect of wisdom.