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Handmade Three-Faced Namgyalma Statue | Nepalese Art
The Three-Faced Namgyalma Statue stands 13.6” (34.5 cm) tall with a base width of 12.2” (31 cm) and weighs 5.11 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. With her majestic presence and symbolic detail, this statue is a powerful spiritual artifact, perfect for altars, meditation spaces, or sacred collections dedicated to long life and spiritual awakening.
Namgyalma, also known as Ushnishavijaya, is a revered Buddhist deity symbolizing longevity, purification, and protection. Her iconography is rich with profound meaning: her three faces signify spiritual wisdom, the removal of obstacles, and safeguarding against hostile forces. The ushnisha crown atop her head signifies her awakened, enlightened state, while the lotus seat she rests upon denotes purity and spiritual transcendence. In her upper right hand, she holds either a lotus or an image of Amitabha Buddha, representing blessings of healing and a long life. Her lower right hand performs the varada mudrā, symbolizing her compassionate readiness to grant wishes and apparent hindrances. The bow and arrow she holds represent skillful means and the focused ability to overcome challenges. She also carries a viśvavajra (double vajra), embodying indestructible wisdom, and a kalasha (sacred vase) filled with the nectar of immortality, a powerful symbol of renewal and enduring life. Seated firmly in vajra posture, Namgyalma radiates qualities of inner stability, spiritual protection, and the transformative path toward enlightenment and well-being.
Size: 13.6”/34.5cm (Height) x 12.2”/31cm (Base)
Weight: 5.11 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Namgyalma, also known as Ushnisha Vijaya, is a Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist deity revered for bestowing longevity, warding off death, and purifying negative karma. She has three faces and eight arms, each with symbolic traits indicating her power to protect practitioners from various perils and extend their lives. Namgyalma's practice is especially revered for its ability to improve health, longevity, and mental purity. This statue is a powerful manifestation of these virtues, a constant reminder of the possibility of spiritual growth and rejuvenation.