Statue of Wrathful Deity Mahakala | Oxidized Copper Body
This handmade statue of the wrathful deity Mahakala stands at 8.7”/22cm height and 6.3”/16cm base, made up of oxidized copper body, gold, and acrylic paintings. Designed by talented Nepalese artisans, this detailed sculpture is ideal for altars, meditation areas, or as a meaningful decor item for individuals seeking awareness in their daily life.
The deity has a ferocious face with bared fangs, wide glaring eyes, and flaming eyebrows, symbolizing the destruction of ignorance and ego. A crown of skulls atop the head represents the transformation of the five negative emotions (kleshas) into wisdom. He is holding ritual weapons like a vajra (thunderbolt) and kartika symbolizing the destruction of ignorance and the offering of wisdom. The backdrop of roaring flames symbolizes purification, power, and transformation. He is with the consort and holding a bell in left hand, his right leg is stepping at creature.
Size: 8.7”/22cm (Height) x 6.3”/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.88 kg
Material: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body
Mahakala is a wrathful deity in Tibetan Buddhism, widely regarded as a protector of the Dharma (Buddhist teachings). Often depicted in a fierce, fearsome form, Mahakala is believed to protect the spiritual practice of practitioners by removing obstacles and deflecting negative forces. He is a Tantric deity associated with Vajrayana Buddhism and symbolizes the ultimate transformation of ego and the power to destroy ignorance and delusion.
