Handmade Chenrezig Statue – Silver Plated & Chocolate Oxidized Finish – Gold-Painted Face
Item Code: HME29131
Weight: 3195 grams
Size: 31 x 23 x 12 cm
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
The Embodiment of Compassion – Chenrezig
This powerful and elegant sculpture represents Chenrezig, also known as Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of infinite compassion. In Mahayana Buddhism, Chenrezig is one of the most revered deities, celebrated for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of all beings. Despite attaining complete enlightenment, he chooses to remain in the world to help others reach liberation. His presence radiates peace, empathy, and spiritual guidance, making this statue a profound symbol for your altar, meditation space, or home sanctuary.
Silver Plated with Chocolate Oxidized Finishing
This Chenrezig statue showcases a striking dual-tone finish—partly silver plated and chocolate oxidized. The silver plating highlights key details with a reflective brilliance, while the deep chocolate oxidation provides rich contrast and depth, enhancing the sculptural contours. This artisanal technique results in a dynamic and timeless appearance that beautifully balances light and shadow.
Gold-Painted Face – Sacred Detailing
The face of Chenrezig is hand-painted with gold, emphasizing expressive features such as the eyes and lips. This sacred tradition symbolizes the spiritual “awakening” of the statue, imbuing it with life and presence. In Tibetan Buddhism, painting the face is considered a consecration step, preparing the statue for spiritual use and reverence. It reflects both spiritual intention and masterful craftsmanship.
Lost-Wax Casting – Precision Handcrafting
Crafted using the lost-wax method (also known as investment casting), this statue is the result of a centuries-old metalworking tradition. Artisans sculpt a wax model with exacting detail, which is then encased in a ceramic mold. Once fired, the wax melts out, and molten copper is poured into the void to create the final statue. This process allows for high precision, resulting in intricate ornamentation and delicate symmetry.
Why This Chenrezig Statue Stands Out
Handcrafted by skilled Nepalese artisans
Made of pure copper with silver plating and oxidized finishing
Gold-painted face for sacred expression
Crafted using the traditional lost-wax system
Ideal for collectors, practitioners, and admirers of Tibetan Buddhism
