Luminous Traditional Mandarva Statue of Immortal Awareness | Altar Home Decor
Covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, this traditional Mandarva statue embodies the wisdom of long life. Handcrafted in Nepal by skilled artisans, her serene presence, seated in a posture of royal ease, radiates a tranquil yet powerful energy. The statue’s intricately engraved carvings create a stunning 3D-like effect, enhancing the details that inspire deep devotion. Standing at 13.8 inches (35 cm) tall with a base of 7.1 inches (18 cm) and weighing 2.13 kg, it is both substantial and refined, perfectly capturing the essence of the immortal dakini. This exquisite piece of Buddhist art is a meaningful addition to any sacred space, showcasing the beauty and precision of Himalayan craftsmanship.
As a principal long-life deity, Mandarava represents the realization of deathless awareness. Her right hand gracefully holds the kalasha, symbolizing abundance and the life-giving essence that nourishes both body and spirit. In her left hand, she cradles the long-life vase filled with amrita, the nectar of immortality, representing the preservation of vitality and spiritual wisdom. Meditating upon her form is a powerful practice for purifying obscurations, extending vitality, and awakening the practitioner’s innate wisdom mind, guiding them toward the realization of deathless awareness and transcendence.
Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) x 7.1”/18cm (Base)
Weight: 2.13 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Hand-Painted Face, Precious & Semi-Precious Gemstones
Princess Mandarava of Zahor was a highly accomplished master and one of the two primary consorts of Guru Padmasambhava. A fully realized dakini and vidyadhara (wisdom-holder), she achieved a state of deathless awareness through her dedicated practice and profound spiritual insight. Revered throughout the Himalayas as a principal deity for long-life practices, Mandarava embodies the feminine principle of enlightened wisdom and compassion. Her legacy continues to inspire practitioners, guiding them on the path of spiritual realization and the cultivation of both wisdom and compassionate action.