Description
Yama Dharmaraja Buddhist Statue: Upholder of Dharma and Protector
This magnificent Yama Dharmaraja Buddhist Statue is meticulously handcrafted by skilled Nepali artisans, preserving the powerful traditions of Himalayan Buddhist craftsmanship. Standing 15.35 inches (39 cm) in height with an 11.61-inch (29.5 cm) base and weighing 4.58 kg, this impressive sculpture is expertly crafted from a copper body and richly adorned with radiant 24K gold gilding and vibrant acrylic painting. Its intricate detailing, dynamic composition, and striking finish make it an exceptional centerpiece for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, temples, or treasured spiritual collections.
The statue portrays Yama Dharmaraja, the wrathful protector and embodiment of enlightened activity, standing in a powerful dynamic posture upon a human figure and a lotus base. He is depicted with a fierce buffalo head, flaming hair, and a wrathful expression featuring bulging eyes, sharp fangs, and a crown of skulls, representing his formidable appearance in traditional Himalayan iconography. His right hand holds a staff topped with a skull, while his left hand holds a lasso, traditional attributes associated with Yama Dharmaraja. He is adorned with bone ornaments, a skull crown, necklaces, bracelets, and richly decorated garments enhanced with 24K gold gilding and vibrant acrylic painting. The detailed sculpting of his powerful form, dynamic stance, and elaborate ornaments reflects the exceptional skill and precision of Nepali artisans.
Size: 15.35”/39cm (Height) x 11.61”/29.5cm (Base)
Weight: 4.58 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Yama Dharmaraja is a wrathful Dharma Protector in Tibetan Buddhism, often considered the fierce manifestation of Manjushri. He is the principal protector of the Yamantaka cycle of tantras and is revered for his role in judging beings’ karma after death and ensuring the smooth transition through the bardo state. His function is not to punish but to guide sentient beings towards purification and liberation, upholding the cosmic law of cause and effect.