Handmade Statue of Tilopa | Guru of Naropa
This handmade statue of Tilopa is standing at 8.5”/21.5cm (Height) and 7.5”/19cm (Base). This statue is made up of a copper body with 24k gold gilding. 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 lives.
He is depicted in a meditative pose, symbolizing his mastery of meditation and spiritual attainment. The golden appearance signifies enlightenment and purity, qualities associated with his teachings. He is shown holding symbolic fish, which represent his unconventional methods of teaching and his connection to tantric practices. The intricate decorations, including jewels and detailed carvings, highlight the sacred nature of the figure and its importance in Buddhist art. The base features motifs such as animals or floral patterns, which are common in Tibetan Buddhist sculptures, adding to the aesthetic and symbolic richness.
Size: 8.5”/21.5cm (Height) x 7.5”/19cm (Base)
Weight: 2.23 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Tilopa (988–1069) was a founding member of the Kagyu lineage and a significant Mahasiddha in Indian Buddhism. Through rigorous meditation and austere practices, he acquired mastery over a variety of Buddhist and tantric teachings, receiving direct instruction from deities and other Mahasiddhas. Instructions from Tilopa, such as his well-known "Six Words of Advice," focus on direct, non-conceptual meditation. He passed on his teachings to his student Naropa, who then passed them on to Marpa the Translator, creating the lineage that would later become the core of the Tibetan Buddhist Kagyu tradition.
