Himalayan Statue of Yamantaka with Consort | Buddhist Sculpture
This Himalayan handmade statue depicts Yamantaka with his consort, standing at 12.2”/31cm in height and 9.8”/25cm at the base. Crafted from oxidized copper with intricate detailing, it showcases the exceptional skill of Nepalese artisans. Perfect for altars, meditation spaces, or as a thoughtful decorative piece, this statue is a powerful symbol for those seeking mindfulness and spiritual awareness in their daily lives.
This statue symbolizes the union of wisdom and compassion, as well as triumph over ignorance and death. His primary head is that of a buffalo with long horns, symbolizing strength and the overcoming of death. His consort, Vajravetali, shown embracing him, holding a skull cup filled with blood or nectar, symbolizes wisdom and the essence of life. Yamantaka’s legs trample demons, animals, and symbolic figures like Yama (the Lord of Death), representing his victory over death and ignorance. The trampling posture signifies subjugation of negative forces.
Size: 12.2”/31cm (Height) x 9.8”/25cm (Base)
Weight: 5.60 kg
Material: Oxidized Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings
Yamantaka with his consort, embodies the ultimate protector against death and ignorance. Their wrathful forms inspire practitioners to confront fears courageously while reminding them of life's transient nature. The imagery serves as a meditation tool to transcend duality and achieve enlightenment through the union of wisdom and compassion.