Buddhist Handmade Statue of Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara – 1000 Arms, Full Fire Gold Plated with Gold Painted Face
Item Code: HME27882
Weight: 2035 grams
Dimensions (cm): 37 × 28 × 9
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
Finish: Fire Gold Plated | Gold Painted Face
Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara – The Thousand-Armed Bodhisattva of Compassion
This exquisite statue represents Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara, the thousand-armed form of Avalokitesvara (Chenrezig), a powerful embodiment of infinite compassion in Mahayana Buddhism. Each of the thousand arms symbolizes the bodhisattva’s limitless capacity to help all sentient beings, while the central hands often hold symbolic objects or are posed in sacred mudras.
Full Fire Gold Plating – Authentic & Timeless
This statue is finished with full fire gold plating (also known as mercury gold plating), the traditional and revered method used in Nepalese sacred sculpture. Unlike electroplating, this method creates a thick, lustrous layer of gold with greater depth and durability. It brings a glowing brilliance and sanctified aura, ideal for both spiritual spaces and collectors of authentic Himalayan art.
Gold Painted Face – Sacred Vitality & Expression
The face of the statue is carefully hand-painted with gold to accentuate the eyes, lips, and facial contours. This sacred ritual goes beyond aesthetics—it is a consecration practice symbolizing the breath of life being given to the statue. The gold-painted face captures expression and presence that metalwork alone cannot convey, bringing a vivid sense of compassion and spiritual awakening.
Crafted Using the Lost-Wax Casting Method
This piece is created through the lost-wax casting process, a technique that dates back thousands of years. Each statue begins as a wax model, intricately sculpted by hand. The model is encased in ceramic, the wax is melted away, and molten copper is poured in to form the statue. This technique ensures that every detail—from the ornate crown to the flowing robes—is preserved with precision and artistry.
Key Features
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Subject: Sahasrabhuja Avalokitesvara (1000-Armed Chenrezig)
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Material: Pure Copper
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Technique: Traditional Lost-Wax Casting
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Finish: Full Fire Gold Plated with Gold Painted Face
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Weight: 2.035 kg
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Dimensions: 37 × 28 × 9 cm
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Spiritual Use: Ideal for personal altars, temples, or collectors of Buddhist art
