{"product_id":"eight-armed-avalokiteshvara-statue-30cm-11-8-hand-carved-copper-silver-gilt-chaturbhuja-botree-arts-heritage-collection","title":"Eight-Armed Avalokiteshvara Statue 30cm \/ 11.8\" Hand-Carved Copper Silver-Gilt – Chaturbhuja Botree Arts Heritage Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite 30cm \/ 11.8\" Eight-Armed Avalokiteshvara statue represents the refined artistry of Nepalese master craftsmanship—a skillfully hand-carved pure copper masterwork featuring a distinctive silver-gilt finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Height: 30 cm \/ 11.8 inches\u003cbr\u003e· Material: Pure copper with silver-gilt finish\u003cbr\u003e· Style: Eight-Armed Avalokiteshvara in standing posture with multiple implements on lotus throne\u003cbr\u003e· Origin: Hand-carved masterwork from Nepal, Kathmandu Valley\u003cbr\u003e· Ideal for: Meditation space, home altar, compassion practice, spiritual art collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight-Armed Avalokiteshvara, known in Tibetan as Chenrezig Chaggye, is a powerful manifestation of the Bodhisattva of Compassion. While the four-armed form is most common, this eight-armed form represents the complete activity of compassion in all directions—reaching everywhere, helping all beings, and employing a vast array of skillful means. His eight arms symbolize his ability to perceive and respond to suffering from every angle, leaving no being untouched by his compassionate gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive silver-gilt finish gives this statue a unique and luminous appearance. Unlike traditional gold-gilding, the silver finish creates a cool, pure quality that symbolizes the clear, stainless nature of compassion—love without attachment, kindness without expectation. The silver-gilt process follows ancient techniques, carefully applying a mixture of silver and mercury to the copper surface, then heating until the mercury evaporates, leaving behind a permanent layer of pure silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding gracefully upon a lotus throne, his body radiates a serene yet powerful presence. His primary hands are folded at his heart in anjali mudra, holding a wish-fulfilling jewel that represents the compassionate intention to benefit all beings. The jewel, carved with exceptional detail, symbolizes the fulfillment of all virtuous aspirations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis remaining six arms each hold sacred implements that represent different aspects of compassionate activity:\u003cbr\u003e· His upper right hand holds a crystal mala (prayer beads), symbolizing his continuous activity of liberating beings from suffering\u003cbr\u003e· His upper left hand holds a lotus flower, representing pure compassion that remains unstained by the world\u003cbr\u003e· His middle right hand holds a Dharma wheel, representing the turning of the teachings\u003cbr\u003e· His middle left hand holds a bow, symbolizing his power to draw beings toward enlightenment\u003cbr\u003e· His lower right hand holds an arrow, representing the swift, penetrating quality of compassion\u003cbr\u003e· His lower left hand holds a lasso, symbolizing his ability to bind negativity and draw beings to safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antelope skin draped over his left shoulder represents his gentle and compassionate nature—grace and gentleness that Avalokiteshvara embodies completely. This attribute also connects him to his role as the protector of all beings, even the most timid and vulnerable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe wears the elaborate five-jewel crown adorning his head, representing the five wisdoms. Long silk ribbons cascade from his crown, their delicate folds carved with precision. Long earrings graze his shoulders, symbolizing his balanced awareness of all realms. Elaborate jewelry adorns his form: necklaces, armlets, bracelets, and anklets—all rendered with meticulous attention. Celestial silks drape gracefully over his shoulders, their flowing folds demonstrating mastery of classical techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element of this hand-carved masterwork reflects dedicated artistry. The elaborate crown, the precisely rendered implements in each of his eight arms, the flowing scarves, the intricate jewelry, and the serene expression on his face—all demonstrate the master artisan's exceptional craftsmanship. The eight arms are positioned with perfect balance, creating a harmonious radiating effect that draws the eye to the wish-fulfilling jewel at his heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lotus base beneath his feet features layers of individually carved petals—each petal precisely shaped, their tips slightly curled, creating a foundation of sacred beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to traditional sources, Avalokiteshvara holds a central position in Buddhist practice as the embodiment of all Buddhas' compassion. The eight-armed form is particularly associated with the practice of removing obstacles and protecting beings from the eight great fears. His mantra—\"Om Mani Padme Hum\"—contains the essence of all Buddhist teachings and is the most recited prayer in the Himalayan world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancient technique used in crafting this piece follows time-honored methods preserved in the Kathmandu Valley for centuries. The lost-wax process, detailed hand-chasing, and careful application of silver-gilt have been executed with exceptional precision by a master artisan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than a millennium, the Kathmandu Valley has nurtured a living lineage of metal sculptors who have preserved the traditions of ancient lost-wax creation and mercury-gilding. This 30cm Eight-Armed Avalokiteshvara masterwork represents that living heritage—a powerful expression of boundless compassion reaching in all directions to embrace all beings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botree ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45422965620838,"sku":null,"price":680.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0700\/5021\/8086\/files\/7D69A237-F7AF-4D85-B099-7175EBE9EAE2.jpg?v=1774788555","url":"https:\/\/www.botreearts.com\/products\/eight-armed-avalokiteshvara-statue-30cm-11-8-hand-carved-copper-silver-gilt-chaturbhuja-botree-arts-heritage-collection","provider":"Botree ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}