Fine Quality Copper Alloy with Beautifully Hand Painted Kalachakra Statue

Kalachakra Statue

 Kalachakra

Kalachakra, a prominent male deity in Tibetan Buddhism, is revered as the embodiment of the Wheel of Time, offering profound teachings on the nature of existence, consciousness, and the path to enlightenment. Kalachakra is the main deity of Sambara. The Wheel of Time Kalachakra is a Yidam of the Highest Tantra. In the hidden kingdom of Shamballa, it is said the inhabitants practice Tantric Buddhism based on the Kalachakra system. He fuses time and timelessness into a non-dualistic view of absolute reality. This Tantric practice is most important to the Gelukpa sect with whom it is most closely associated.   Kalachakra refers to a vast system of spiritual exercises said to have been taught by the Buddha more than 2,500 years ago in India, and also the name of the principal Yidam in this system.

Gestures and Attributes

Kalachakra is portrayed as a majestic figure with four heads and hair elegantly tied in a double knot, multiple arms, and legs, embodying the vastness of his enlightened awareness and the myriad activities he can engage in to benefit sentient beings. The four faces symbolize his omniscience, observing all phenomena in the four directions of time. His twenty-four arms hold various implements, each carrying symbolic significance, such as the Vajra (thunderbolt) representing skillful means, and the sword symbolizing wisdom that cuts through ignorance.

Kalachakra is often depicted in union with his consort, Vishvamata, emphasizing the union of wisdom and compassion. This divine partnership symbolizes the integration of the feminine and masculine energies, a harmonious blend that propels practitioners toward a holistic understanding of reality. Vishvamata, as the embodiment of wisdom, complements Kalachakra's compassionate nature, illustrating the inseparability of these qualities on the path to enlightenment.

 About this Sculpture

This sculpture is a captivating representation of Kalachakra. Meticulously crafted from Copper Alloy using the lost wax method, the statue exhibits exquisite detailing through fine carving. The addition of beautiful hand-painting enhances its aesthetic appeal, breathing life into the artwork and making it even more visually striking. 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.