Buddhist Handmade Statue of Vajrasattva – Full Gold Plated, Stone Setting, Face Painted with Wooden Altar
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Item Code: HME26197
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Weight: 9,705 grams
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Dimensions (cm): 38 x 36 x 18
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Material: Wood and Bronze
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Finish: Full Gold Plated with Stone Inlay and Hand-Painted Face
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Includes: Wooden Altar
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Availability: Available
Vajrasattva: The Embodiment of Purity and Transformation
Vajrasattva, meaning “Diamond Being,” is a central figure in Vajrayana Buddhism and is often invoked for purification and spiritual renewal. Regarded by the Newar Vajracharya tradition of Nepal as an Adi-Buddha (primordial Buddha), Vajrasattva represents the pure nature of the mind and the power to cleanse negativities, obscurations, and karmic defilements.
He is depicted in radiant white color, signifying purity and clarity. With one face and two hands, he holds a golden vajra at his heart in his right hand, symbolizing indestructible compassion and skillful means, while his left hand holds a silver bell, representing wisdom and emptiness. Seated in vajraparyanka posture, Vajrasattva is adorned with celestial silks, jewels, and a diadem, radiating the features of the Sambhogakaya form of enlightenment.
In higher tantric practices, Vajrasattva is also portrayed in father-mother union (Yab-Yum) with his consort, symbolizing the union of bliss and emptiness. This sacred form is typically reserved for initiated practitioners of the Highest Yoga Tantra.
Traditional Color Finishing
The statue features authentic traditional painting techniques, incorporating a palette of gold and carefully selected hues that align with scriptural color prescriptions. These colors not only add visual appeal but also reflect symbolic and spiritual attributes of Vajrasattva, enhancing his presence in any sacred space.
Bronze Patina with Stone Inlay
Expertly crafted with a bronze patina finish, this statue undergoes a natural aging process using organic materials like butter and vegetable dyes. This technique imparts an antique look, evoking timeless elegance and depth.
The addition of semi-precious stone inlays enhances the spiritual beauty of the statue, symbolizing inner radiance and sanctity. The artistry is not only visual but a tribute to the heritage of masterful Nepalese craftsmanship.
Face Painted with Devotion
The face of Vajrasattva is delicately painted in gold, bringing life and sacred expression to the statue. This traditional method is a ritualistic process that consecrates the figure, making it suitable for personal altars, rituals, or devotional meditation.
Includes Hand-Carved Wooden Altar
This statue comes with a beautifully handcrafted wooden altar, offering an elegant and reverent platform to enshrine Vajrasattva. It enhances the spiritual impact and is ideal for temples, home shrines, or retreat spaces.
Crafted by the Lost-Wax Casting Method
The Vajrasattva statue is meticulously produced using the ancient lost-wax (cire-perdue) casting technique. This complex method allows artisans to render fine details and smooth finishes, resulting in a lifelike, durable sculpture. Each piece is a unique artistic creation, infused with the spiritual intention of the craftsmen.
