Handcrafted Yuthok Spiritual Statue | The Golden Splendor of Tibetan Medical Wisdom
Handcrafted Yuthok Spiritual Statue measures 14”/35.5cm in height with a 9.4”/24cm base and weighs 5.34 kg. Handcrafted in Nepal from a copper body, the sculpture is finished with 24K gold gilding, detailed acrylic painting, and carefully placed gemstones that enhance the surface with depth, contrast, and refinement. The combination of traditional metalwork and decorative finishing reflects the precision of skilled Nepalese artisans and the enduring character of Himalayan Buddhist craftsmanship. Spiritually, the figure is closely associated with the Tibetan medical tradition, healing knowledge, and the transmission of Buddhist medicine, making this piece meaningful for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, healing centers, Dharma institutions, or sacred collections.
This Yuthok is depicted seated on an ornate lotus pedestal, with a calm, composed expression and a high floral crown decorated with green leaves, red flowers, and blue accents. The right hand is extended downward in a relaxed gesture, while the left hand is raised toward the chest and appears to hold a small ritual or medicinal object. Two large flowering stems rise behind the figure on either side, each carrying richly colored blossoms and distinct objects at the center. The figure wears layered robes in red, gold, blue, green, and white, with intricate floral and scroll patterns across the garments, along with large circular earrings and a detailed necklace. The lotus pedestal features repeated multicolored petals with gold borders and a patterned lower section, while the fine painted details, floral ornamentation, and carefully carved surfaces reflect traditional Himalayan craftsmanship.
Size: 14”/35.5cm (Height) x 9.4”/24cm (Base)
Weight: 5.34 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Gemstones
Yuthok Yönten Gönpo, often revered as the "Father of Tibetan Medicine," was a profound physician and spiritual master from the 12th century. He is celebrated for codifying the "Four Medical Tantras" (Gyushi), which remain the foundational texts of traditional Tibetan medicine. Yuthok is viewed as an emanation of the Medicine Buddha, embodying the ultimate wisdom of healing and the compassionate aspiration to alleviate suffering. His teachings emphasize the holistic integration of spiritual practice with medical knowledge.
