Fine Hand Carved Oxidized Copper 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue From Patan, Nepal

Fine Hand Carved Oxidized Copper 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue From Patan, Nepal

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Fine Quality 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue from Patan, Nepal Lost Wax Mehtod, Oxidized Copper Alloy and Silver Plated with Fine Hand Carving

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  • Name

    Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue

    Height

    9.75โ€

    Width

    7โ€

    Depth

    4โ€

    Material

    Lost Wax Method, Oxidized Copper Alloy with Silver Plating

    Actual Weight

    2.356 Kg.

    Ships From

    Patan, Nepal

    Shipping Provider

    Express Shipping Service

    Shipping Time

    Usually ships within 48 hours. Allow 5 โ€“ 7 business days for deliver within worldwide.

    Insurance

    Insurance is included in the shipping cost.

    Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara โ€“ The Bodhisattva of Compassion

    Chenrezig, also called Avalokeshvara, is the embodiment of the enlightened compassion of all the Buddhas. He is the earthly incarnation of the celestial Buddha Amitabha, and he guards our world during the interval between the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, and the future Buddha, Maitreya. Chenrezig is universally cherished in all branches of Buddhism, and is considered the patron Bodhisattva of Tibet. Even in non-Buddhist countries, most people are familiar with his mantraย Om Mani Padme Hum. Chenrezig courageously vowed that so long as even one being remains caught in samsara, he will continue to work for the benefit of living creatures. His wisdom, compassion and endurance know no bounds, and he is especially revered for granting realizations and spiritual attainments to those who meditate upon him.

    Gestures and Attributes

    Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara is depicted here in his four-armed form, which symbolizes his whirlwind of constant activity in the world. Two of his hands are pressed together at his heart where they hold the wish-fulfilling jewel of enlightenment, theย cintamani. This jewel manifests whatever a faithful seeker may pray for, and is also a metaphor for the profound teachings and virtues of the Buddha. Chenrezig's clasped hand position further expresses his gratitude and respect for Buddha Amitabha.

    In his upper right hand, he holds a crystalย mala, or Buddhist rosary, that he unceasingly counts and which represents his continuous compassionate activity in the world. And in his upper left hand, he holds a beautiful lotus flower in full bloom. Just as the lotus arises, dazzling and pure, from dark muddy waters, Chenrezig constantly manifests amidst the misery and suffering of our world, but is never stained or tainted by samsaric conditions. His blossoming lotus is meant to inspire us to do the same, by unfolding the pure compassion of our true natures even amidst the challenges of worldly existence.

    Symbolism

    On Chenrezig's left side, at the level of his heart, is the gentle face of a wild deer; the deer's skin is draped over his shoulder. The deerskin is an ancient symbol of renunciation, as wandering mendicants often took the skin of a deer as a meditation seat, and sometimes as a garment and blanket. This symbolic meaning applies, as Chenrezig, a Bodhisattva, has renounced the snares of worldly existence, but here it further symbolizes his boundless compassion for sentient beings. According to legend, Chenrezig once took rebirth as a wild deer, but he had such heartfelt compassion for the hunter who chased him that he willingly laid down his life.

    About this Sculpture

    Expertly cast from copper alloy using lost wax method; the statue has been submitted to an oxidation process with silver plating to yield a rich and sensuous finish; this statue is an exceptionally beautiful portrayal of Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara. The master's figure is gracefully poised as he sits in sublime meditation. He wears a finely carved crown and the elegantly detailed ornaments of a Bodhisattva, signifying his compassionate vow to work for the benefit of sentient beings. Glittering dragons adorn his thighs, representing the thundering power of the Buddha nature, which is often hidden, but always present, in sentient beings. His necklaces and arm ornaments, in particular, are beautifully and intricately carved. The rich gold gilding imbues the statue with a gentle warmth, while Chenrezig's eloquent hand gestures and handsome features suggest a compassionate spiritual presence.

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    Fine Hand Carved Oxidized Copper 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue From Patan, Nepal

    Fine Hand Carved Oxidized Copper 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue From Patan, Nepal

    Fine Quality 9.75" Chenrezig / Avalokeshvara Statue from Patan, Nepal Lost Wax Mehtod, Oxidized Copper Alloy and Silver Plated with Fine Hand Carving

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