Fine Quality 10" Simhanada Avalokiteshvara Statue From Patan, Nepal.

Simhanada Avalokiteshvara Statue

 Simhanada Avalokiteshvara – Lion’s Roar

Simhanada Avalokiteshvara belongs to the Kriya Tantra classification and arises from the Simhanada Tantra and the text of the Arya Avalokiteshvara Dharani. His primary activity to remove sickness and disease especially illness caused by Nagas. Jowo Atisha and Mal Lotswa popularized the practice of Simhanada in the land of Tibet.

Gestures and Attributes

Simhanada Avalokiteshvara is depicted as white body color, one face, two hands, two peaceful eyes (sometimes three eyes), with the face slightly smiling. The right hand is extended on the right knee in the mudra of giving refuge. The palm of the left hand is supported on the moon seat, holding the stem of a red lotus, the petals blossoming next the left ear. Just above the lotus flower is the cleansing blue sword of wisdom. The left breast is covered with the skin of a Krishnasara deer; encircled with a white Brahmin string necklace; with a lower garment of red silk. The body is slightly thin and dexterous. At the left above a red lotus with eight petals is a skull cup filled with various fragrant flowers and at the right, a trident with a green shaft entwined with a white snake. The left hand is in the gesture of holding a fragrant lotus.

About this Sculpture   

Finely sculpted from copper alloy using lost wax method, the statue has been submitted to an oxidation process to yield a rich and sensuous finish, this sculpture is a beautiful portrayal of Simhanada Avalokiteshvara. This sculpture was individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal by master artisans of the Shakya clan who are considered among the best in the world. These craftsmen are the modern heirs to a centuries-old tradition of creating sacred art for use in temples and monasteries. The fine metalworking techniques have been passed down from generation to generation since ancient times.