Himalayan Tantric Hevajra sculpture | Fierce Protector
The Tantric Hevajra sculpture stands 13.8 inches (35 cm) tall with a base width of 9.1 inches (23 cm) and weighs 3.70 kg. Handcrafted from a copper body, it is gilded in 24K gold, gold and acrylic paintings. Hevajra, a powerful tantric deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, symbolizes the union of wisdom and compassion through his dynamic and wrathful form. This masterfully detailed statue is ideal for advanced tantric practice, meditation altars, or as a striking centerpiece in any sacred or spiritual art collection.
Hevajra is depicted in a fierce and dynamic alidasana posture, symbolizing his dominance over ignorance and evil. In union with his consort, Nairatmya, Hevajra embodies the non-duality of wisdom and compassion. His wrathful expression, coupled with multiple heads, reflects his intense energy to eradicate opposing forces. With 16 arms, Hevajra holds kapalas (skull cups), which represent the transformation of ego and attachments into wisdom and the transcending of the cycle of life and death. A flaming halo surrounds his head, intensifying his powerful and transformative presence. This representation illustrates the profound teachings of Tantra, emphasizing the dissolution of delusion and the cultivation of enlightened wisdom.
Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) x 9.1”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 3.70 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Hevajra is a significant deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, representing the necessary combination of wisdom and compassion for enlightenment. He is depicted as an influential, multi-armed figure, often accompanied by his spouse, Nairatmya, which signifies the combination of wisdom and skillful means. His approach entails complicated images and rituals that transform everyday experiences into enlightened states. Hevajra is especially important in the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism, where his tantra is a central practice.
