The Tibetan Black Manjushri Sculpture | Spiritual Wisdom
Tibetan Black Manjushri Sculpture measures 13 inches (33 cm) in height with a base width of 10 inches (25.5 cm) and weighs 3.61 kilograms. Made from a copper body, it features rich 24K gold-gilded and detailed acrylic paintings that bring depth and character to the figure. The harmonious blend of color and form highlights the artisan’s attention to detail, making it a perfect piece for personal altars, meditation spaces, or as a meaningful gift rooted in spiritual tradition.
Black Manjushri appears with a dark blue-black or black body, embodying his power to absorb and transform negativity and ignorance. With one face and two arms, his fierce yet compassionate expression features three glaring eyes and sharp fangs, showing his strength to overcome harmful forces. Often seated in vajra posture or standing with one leg bent and the other extended, he’s always ready for action. In his right hand, he wields a flaming wisdom sword, cutting through ignorance with sharp insight and purifying flames. His left hand holds a lotus stem supporting the Prajnaparamita scripture, symbolizing wisdom and the teaching of emptiness. Wearing a five-skull crown that represents the transformation of the five poisons into wisdom, and topped with an ushnisha signifying supreme enlightenment, Black Manjushri is surrounded by a flaming halo that burns away obstacles and ignorance. Draped in silks, jewels, bone ornaments, and tiger skin, and encircled by flames, he embodies a powerful blend of fearsome protection and compassionate wisdom.
Size: 13”/33cm (Height) x 10”/25.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.61 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Black Manjushri reveals the fierce side of the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, a striking figure in Mahayana Buddhism. Cloaked in deep blue-black hues, he symbolizes the mighty power to turn negativity into uplifting energy. His semi-wrathful gaze tells a story of compassion wrapped in strength, a guardian who battles ignorance and harmful forces. More than a sculpture, Black Manjushri is a spiritual ally, guiding seekers to slice through delusion and embrace profound wisdom.
