Handcrafted Vajra Master Guru Rinpoche Statue | Tibetan Style Artwork
This handcrafted Vajra Master Guru Rinpoche statue, also known as Padmasambhava, weighs 1.59 kg and measures 10.2”/26cm in height and 6.5”/16.5cm at the base. It is made of copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture is handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Guru Rinpoche—Padmasambhava, revered as the Second Buddha and the founder of Vajrayana—embodies profound spiritual mastery. His left hand holds a kapala, a skull cup that signifies spiritual abundance and victory over death’s constraints. In his right hand, he wields a vajra, representing unshakable wisdom and clarity. Over his shoulder rests a khatvanga trident, a tantric symbol denoting mastery over the three realms and the unity of the Three Kayas (Dharmakāya [ultimate truth], Saṃbhogakāya [celestial form of enjoyment], and Nirmāṇakāya [manifested form guiding beings]). Topping his head is a lotus crown accented with a feather, reflecting his enlightened insight and compassionate activity. Seated in a posture that balances serene stillness with dynamic compassion, this statue captures Padmasambhava’s transcendent presence and transformative power.
Size: 10.2”/26cm (Height) x 6.5”/16.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.59 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, miraculously appeared at the age of eight from a blooming lotus in Lake Dhanakosha, fulfilling a prophecy of Shakyamuni Buddha. Not born from a womb, he manifested spontaneously, radiating profound wisdom and compassion. His arrival marked the dawn of Vajrayana Buddhism, and he became known as the Second Buddha, transforming obstacles and guiding beings toward enlightenment. Among his significant achievements, Guru Rinpoche is credited with subduing powerful demons and spiritual barriers that hindered the spread of Buddhism. He established the first monastery in Tibet, Samye, and initiated the practice of Vajrayana, bringing advanced tantric teachings to the region. His wisdom and guidance laid the foundation for the flourishing of Tibetan Buddhism, and he is revered as a master who harmonized the teachings of tantra, mantra, and meditation. Guru Rinpoche's legacy inspires millions, and his profound impact on Tibetan spiritual life remains unmatched.
