Handcrafted Tibetan Buddhist Deity White Mahakala Statue - Protector of the Path
This Handcrafted Tibetan Buddhist Deity White Mahakala, also known as the Protector of the Path, measures 14.6”/37cm in height and 11.2”/28.5cm at the base, weighing 5.47 kg. This piece is made from copper gilded with 24K gold, enhanced by gold and acrylic paintings, reflecting traditional materials and fine detailing. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this piece demonstrates traditional craftsmanship and makes a refined addition to compact altars, meditation spaces, or personal spiritual collections.
White Mahakala is depicted carrying a kartikya, a curved ritual knife symbolizing the cutting through of ego and ignorance, and a damaru drum in his right hands, representing the sound of Dharma and the rhythm of creation and dissolution. In his left hands, he holds a kapala with nectar vase, which signifies the transformation of negativity into wisdom and the endless flow of spiritual blessings, along with a vajra axe that embodies the indestructible power of wisdom, and a trident symbolizing the overcoming of the three poisons—ignorance, desire, and hatred. Unlike the traditional five-skull crown associated with Mahakala, he wears a crown adorned with five jewels, representing the enlightened qualities of the five Buddha families. His three eyes denote omniscient wisdom, simultaneously seeing past, present, and future. With a fierce and scary face framed by flaming hair, he embodies wrathful compassion and the power to destroy obstacles. White Mahakala stands firmly upon two elephant-headed forces, symbolizing his mastery over powerful negative influences. At the same time, a radiant halo surrounds him as he sits on a lotus base shaped like a sun disc, representing purity and the illumination of wisdom arising from the world’s suffering.
Size: 14.6”/37cm (Height) x 11.2”/28.5cm (Base)
Weight: 5.47 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
White Mahakala, the Wrathful Manifestation of Compassion, is regarded throughout Tibetan Buddhism as a protector of the Dharma and spiritual practitioners. His function is to clear obstacles, disperse negative energy, and protect those on the path to enlightenment. This skillfully sculpted statue, whether placed in a sacred shrine or meditation room, allows practitioners to invoke its tremendous protection daily.
