Description
Tibetan Buddhist Mitrugpa Sculpture: The Unshakable Wisdom
This Tibetan Buddhist Mitrugpa Sculpture stands 16.1 inches (41 cm) high upon an 11.6-inch (29.5 cm) base and weighs 6.59 kg. It is formed from a substantial copper body and enhanced with gold and acrylic painting. The vivid blue-painted body creates a striking contrast with the warm gold-toned monastic robe, while painted details define the face, upright vajra, and lotus pedestal. With its broad base and impressive weight, this sculpture creates a distinguished focal point for a Buddhist altar, meditation space, or Himalayan art collection.
Mitrugpa, also known as Akshobhya Buddha, is seated in the stable vajra posture upon a lotus throne. His right hand reaches down in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the earth-touching gesture, while his left hand rests in meditation and holds an upright vajra. The vajra is his identifying attribute and represents his unshakable, indestructible nature. His calm expression, ushnisha, elongated earlobes, and composed posture convey deep meditative stability. Revered as the Unshakable One, Mitrugpa embodies the transformation of anger and agitation into clear, mirror-like wisdom.
Size: 16.1”/41cm (Height) x 11.6”/29.5cm (Base)
Weight: 6.59 kg
Material: Copper Body, Gold and Acrylic Painting
Mitrugpa (Akshobhya in Sanskrit) is one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, representing the wisdom of mirror-like awareness. He vowed never to feel anger or ill-will towards any sentient being. His associated direction is the East, and his virtue is liberation from anger and hatred, transforming these negative emotions into clear, pure wisdom. He is a powerful symbol of steadfastness and unshakable resolve on the path to enlightenment.