Buddhist Handmade Statue of 1000-Armed Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara
• Item Code: HME27883
• Weight: 4837 grams
• Dimensions (cm): 52 × 38 × 13
• Material: Copper
• Availability: In Stock
✦ Exquisitely Gold-Painted Face
The face of this Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara statue is meticulously hand-painted with pure gold, highlighting the delicate and expressive features — especially the eyes and lips. This traditional embellishment enhances the statue’s spiritual presence and conveys expressions that cannot be achieved through metalwork alone.
In Buddhist practice, painting the face with gold is a sacred ritual symbolizing the consecration and spiritual awakening of the statue. This act imbues the piece with vitality and reverence, reflecting both the devotion of the artisan and the sacred essence of Avalokitesvara.
✦ Full Fire Gold Plating
The entire statue is adorned with genuine fire gold plating, also known as mercury gold plating — a time-honored method revered for its brilliance and durability. Unlike modern electroplating, this traditional technique is considered the most authentic form of gilding in Nepal.
Despite being more costly, fire gold plating is increasingly favored for its depth, luster, and cultural authenticity. Its resurgence reflects a renewed appreciation for Nepalese craftsmanship and the preservation of ancient metalworking traditions.
✦ Crafted with the Lost-Wax Casting Technique
This statue is created using the ancient lost-wax casting method (investment casting), a complex and highly skilled process used for centuries to achieve extraordinary detail.
Artisans begin by sculpting a detailed wax model, which is then encased in multiple ceramic layers. Once hardened, the wax is melted out, and molten metal is poured into the mold to form the statue. After cooling, the ceramic shell is removed, revealing a flawless copper sculpture that mirrors the original design with striking precision.
This masterfully crafted statue of Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara is not only a work of spiritual devotion but also a testament to Nepal’s rich artisanal heritage.
