Old Stock, Buddhist Statue of Karmapa
Partly Gold Plated with Painted Face
Item Code: HME22804
Weight: 3500 Grams
Dimensions: 40 x 25 x 20 cm (Approx. 15.5 x 10 x 8 inches)
Material: Copper with Partly Gold Plating
Availability: Available
Karmapa (Gyalwa Karmapa): Overview
The Karmapa, formally titled His Holiness the Gyalwang Karmapa, is the revered head of the Karma Kagyu school, the largest sub-school of Kagyu, one of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism.
- Historical Seats:
- Tsurphu Monastery in Tibet
- Dharma Chakra Centre at Rumtek Monastery in Sikkim, India
- Regional centers in New York and France
- Significance:
- Known as the King of Victorious Ones, the Karmapa lineage has played a critical role in preserving Buddhist teachings and practices.
- Despite controversies surrounding the recognition of the 17th Karmapa, the lineage continues to inspire devotion and respect.
Features of the Statue
- Gold-Painted Face
- Highlights crucial features like the eyes and lips, bringing life to the statue.
- Represents vitality and spiritual presence, integral to Buddhist consecration rituals.
- Symbolizes the artisans’ devotion and meticulous craftsmanship.
- Partly Gold Plated Finish
- Utilizes traditional fire gold gilding, a revered Nepali technique.
- Contrasts the golden-plated body with oxidized or maroon-painted clothing, symbolizing divine purity and monastic humility.
- Combines elegance and cultural significance, enhancing its spiritual and aesthetic appeal.
- Sacred Serenity Collection
- A rare old-stock item, created 15–20 years ago using thick gold plating, unlike modern counterparts.
- Crafted by skilled artisans following traditional guidelines and sacred texts.
- Reflects a time when craftsmanship prioritized precision and reverence over cost efficiency.
- Lost-Wax System
- A time-honored process ensuring intricate details and precise designs.
- Involves meticulous craftsmanship to create a unique and authentic representation of the Karmapa.
Cultural and Spiritual Significance
- Partly gold plating emphasizes the statue’s dual aspects of divine essence and humble monastic life.
- The painted face and gold details exemplify the artisans’ dedication to honoring the sacred essence of the Karmapa.
- As part of the Sacred Serenity Collection, this statue embodies the legacy of Nepalese art and the deep spiritual connection within Buddhist culture.
This exquisite statue of Karmapa, with its partly gold-plated finish, gold-painted face, and traditional craftsmanship, is a timeless artifact for spiritual practice, artistic appreciation, or collectible value.
