Exalted Vairocana on Snow Lion Copper Sculpture - Symbol of Cosmic Awareness and Royal Virtue
Introducing the Vairocana Buddha Seated on a Snow Lion Statue, a stunning depiction of the "Illuminator" Buddha. This statue, standing at 21.2 inches tall, depicts Vairocana, who is revered in Buddhist cosmology as the embodiment of the ultimate nature of reality (dharmakāya). This remarkable statue is a must-have for individuals who follow Buddhist teachings, collectors of rare iconography, and anybody looking for a profound symbol of global truth and enlightenment.
This statue is expertly crafted from a copper body, which was chosen for its durability and resonance with divine traits. It is gorgeously embellished with 24K gold gilding, which represents Vairocana's pure and lofty wisdom. The gold's lustrous sheen is complemented by the statue's majestic and intricate design, which includes the regal snow lion base — a symbol of fearlessness and the power of Buddha's teachings.
Vairocana Buddha is exquisitely depicted seated in dharmachakra mudra, the gesture of teaching the wheel of dharma, atop the snow lion, which represents the fearless joy and determined nature of the bodhisattva path. The union of Vairocana with the snow lion signifies the potent combination of profound awareness and noble strength.
Size: 21.2"/54cm (Height) x 15.7"/40cm (Base)
Weight: 10.38 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body
Vairocana is a key deity in Mahayana Buddhism, frequently referred to as the "Great Sun Buddha," representing the light that lights and penetrates all. The snow lion, a heraldic symbol in Tibetan culture, acts as Vairocana's seat, embodying the courage and purity required to achieve Buddhahood. Together, they provide a graphic portrayal of the journey to full enlightenment and realization of Buddhist teachings.
