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Handmade Vairocana Sculpture | Embodying Universal Wisdom
This handmade Vairocana Sculpture exemplifies the delicate artistry and traditional craftsmanship of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. It stands 74.5 cm (29.33 inches) tall with a 50 cm (19.68 inch) base and weighs 15.77 kg. It has a copper body with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, deeply carved carvings that create a spectacular 3D-like effect, detailed acrylic painting, and skillfully set jewels. The bright gold surface emphasizes Vairocana's tranquil smile, enlightened posture, robes, and delicate ornamental embellishments, while the deep carvings provide great depth and dimension. The acrylic painting and gemstone embellishments add clarity, color, and decorative richness, demonstrating the precision, skill, and dedication of talented Himalayan artisans who created this sacred image of Vairocana's universal wisdom.
Vairocana Buddha, one of the Five Wisdom Buddhas, represents the wisdom of the Dharma realm, universal illumination, and the transforming of ignorance into profound understanding. In his three-headed appearance, he signifies the all-encompassing aspect of awakened awareness as well as the ability to view reality through several layers of understanding. He is shown seated in a serene meditative posture, exhibiting intense focus, inner steadiness, and perfect realization. Both hands lie on his lap, grasping the Dharma Wheel (Dharmachakra), which represents the turning of the Buddha's teachings, the spread of wisdom, and the continuous flow of enlightened knowledge. His peaceful countenance and composed presence represent the purity of awakened consciousness, making Vairocana an effective meditation focus for developing clarity, wisdom, and an understanding of the ultimate nature of reality.
Size: 29.33”/74.5cm (Height) x 19.68”/50cm (Base)
Weight: 15.77 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Gemstones
Vairocana is one of the five Dhyani Buddhas, representing the first Buddha and the source from which all other Buddhas emerge. He is associated with the eradication of ignorance and the turning of delusion into the wisdom of all-encompassing space. He is frequently put at the center of a mandala in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, representing the ultimate reality of emptiness and the enlightened mind while radiating light in all directions.
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