Golden Handmade Statue of Virudhaka
This Virudhaka statue stands 8.9” (22.5 cm) tall with a base width of 7.7” (19.5 cm) and weighs 2.40 kg. Expertly handcrafted from a 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.
In terms of iconography, Virudhaka is depicted in a regal posture with fangs, symbolizing his fierce protective energy. He holds a sword in his right hand, representing the power to overcome obstacles and ignorance. The statue stands on a lotus base featuring a kalasha on a lotus flower, emphasizing his divine authority and auspicious energy.
Size: 8.9”/22.5cm (Height) x 7.7”/19.5cm (Base)
Weight: 2.40 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Virudhaka is one of the Four Heavenly Kings (Caturmaharaja) in Buddhist cosmology, specifically the guardian of the southern direction. He is regarded as a protector of the Dharma and a fierce guardian of beings, tasked with defending the world from negative influences.