Buddhist Handmade Manjushri Statue – Partly Gold-Plated, Gold Face Painted

Buddhist Handmade Manjushri Statue – Partly Gold-Plated, Gold Face Painted

• Item Code: HME25742

• Weight: 1,432 grams

• Size: 23 x 16 x 8 cm

• Material: Copper

• Availability: Available

Manjushri – Embodiment of Enlightened Wisdom

Manjushri (Sanskrit: Mañjuśrī), meaning “Gentle Glory,” is the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Mahayana Buddhism. He embodies the enlightened intelligence that cuts through ignorance and delusion.
Manjushri is often depicted holding a flaming sword in his right hand, symbolizing the power of wisdom to sever ignorance, and a lotus blossom supporting the Prajnaparamita Sutra in his left, representing the perfection of transcendent knowledge.

As a guide to those on the path of awakening, Manjushri inspires eloquence, clarity of thought, and deep understanding of the Dharma. His presence is ideal for meditation spaces, personal altars, or as a gift for spiritual practitioners seeking inner insight.

Gold-Painted Face – Vital Expression of Life

The face of this Manjushri statue is carefully hand-painted with real gold, emphasizing key spiritual features:

• Accentuates the eyes and lips, bringing the expression to life

• A sacred part of ritual consecration in Buddhist tradition

• Signifies the breath of life within the form
  This gold-painted face gives the statue a vivid, compassionate presence—imbued with both sacred symbolism and fine artistry.

Partly Gold-Plated – Fire Gilding Technique

This statue features partly gold-plated finishing, using the traditional Nepali fire gilding process:

• Selective gilding highlights the purity of the divine form, while robes are left oxidized or painted

• Gold is fused with precision onto targeted areas using heat and skill

• Enhances contrast between divinity and monastic humility
  The result is a statue that exudes both spiritual depth and refined beauty, true to its Himalayan heritage.

Lost-Wax Casting – Time-Honored Craftsmanship

Crafted using the ancient lost-wax (cire-perdue) method, each statue is a one-of-a-kind creation:

1. A detailed wax model is sculpted

2. It is encased in a ceramic mold

3. The wax is melted out, leaving a cavity

4. Molten copper is poured in and cooled

5. The outer shell is removed to reveal the final form

This meticulous process allows for fine detailing and ensures that each piece carries the soul of the artisan’s hands, making it a true spiritual heirloom.