Description
Vairocana Statue: Illuminating the Path to Enlightenment
Vairocana 24K Fire Gold Gilded Statue measures 12.99 inches (33 cm) in height with an 8.27-inch (21 cm) base and weighs 4.01 kg. The statue is handcrafted from a copper body and finished with 24K gold gilding, creating a luminous golden surface that enhances the sculpted contours, facial features, robes, hands, and pedestal. Acrylic painting is applied to selected areas, adding definition and contrast to the finely worked details while complementing the rich gold finish. The copper construction provides the foundation for the carefully hand-finished sculpture, while the gilding highlights the detailed carving throughout the figure. Crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this statue reflects traditional Himalayan craftsmanship and is well suited for display on a Buddhist altar, in a meditation space, temple setting, or spiritual collection.
The statue depicts Vairocana seated upright with his legs crossed in a composed seated posture on a detailed lotus-style pedestal. Both hands are raised and held together in front of his chest, forming a distinct hand gesture at the center of the figure. He wears a draped monastic robe that covers his upper body and falls naturally around his seated form, with carved folds visible across the garment. His face has a calm and composed expression, with clearly defined eyes, nose, and lips, while elongated earlobes extend beside his face. His head features tightly patterned curls and a rounded ushnisha at the top. The figure sits upon a layered pedestal decorated with repeated carved ornamental and lotus-inspired details, completing the visible design of the sculpture.
Size: 12.99”/33cm (Height) x 8.27”/21cm (Base)
Weight: 4.01 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Vairocana is one of the five Dhyani Buddhas, representing the pure wisdom of the Dharmakaya, the Body of Truth. He is considered the celestial Buddha from whom all other Buddhas emanate. Vairocana embodies the purification of ignorance and the transformation of delusion into the wisdom of the omnipresent, all-pervading Dharma.