Statue of Bodhisattva Vajrapani | Wrathful Protector
The Handcrafted Statue of Bodhisattva Vajrapani stands at a height of 20.7 inches (52.5 cm) and has a base width of 16.1 inches (41 cm), making it a powerful and impressive piece. Weighing 10.85 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, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
The wrathful face emphasizes his power and compassion, representing Buddhism's fierce guardian ideal. On the one hand, he holds a vajra (thunderbolt), a potent symbol of unbreakable strength and knowledge that represents the capacity to cut through misconceptions and ignorance. His skull crown and the flames that frequently surround him represent his mastery of death and the ability to transform negativity into positive energy.
Size: 20.7”/52.5cm (Height) x 16.1”/41cm (Base)
Weight: 10.85kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold and Acrylic Paintings, Gemstones
Bodhisattva Vajrapāṇi plays a pivotal role in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism as the embodiment of the Buddha’s power. He is regarded as the guardian of the Dharma and is often invoked to remove obstacles, protect practitioners, and help them overcome inner and outer struggles. His fierce, wrathful form is a compassionate manifestation, aimed at destroying ignorance and protecting those on the path to enlightenment.
