Golden Handmade Guru Rinpoche Statue
This Golden Handmade Guru Rinpoche Statue stands 9.6” (24.5 cm) in height with a base width of 6.1” (15.5 cm) and weighs 2 kg. Crafted from a copper body and adorned with 24K gold gilding, intricate acrylic paintings, and inlaid gemstones, the statue is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. Expertly handcrafted by skilled Nepali artisans, it reflects both spiritual significance and traditional craftsmanship, making it a meaningful addition to altars, meditation areas, or personal sacred collections.
In its iconography, Guru Rinpoche is depicted in a regal posture seated on a lotus base, holding a vajra in the right hand and a vase of immortality with a kapala (skull cup) in the left hand, symbolizing wisdom and the nectar of immortality. A khatvanga trident rests on his shoulders, representing his mastery over the tantric path and the union of method and wisdom. This depiction embodies his enlightened power, protective energy, and compassionate guidance for practitioners.
Size: 9.6”/24.5cm (Height) x 6.1”/15.5cm (Base)
Weight: 2 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is a highly revered Buddhist master credited with bringing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century. He is considered a “Second Buddha” in Tibetan tradition for his pivotal role in establishing the Dharma and subduing negative forces, thereby making Tibet a center for Buddhist practice.