{"product_id":"five-dhyani-buddhas-set-statues-36cm-14-2-hand-carved-copper-painted-shakya-clan-masterwork-sacred-art-collection-nepal","title":"Five Dhyani Buddhas Set Statues 36cm \/ 14.2\" Hand-Carved Copper Painted – Shakya Clan Masterwork Sacred Art Collection Nepal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional five-piece Five Dhyani Buddhas set represents the pinnacle of Shakya clan master craftsmanship—a skillfully hand-carved pure copper masterwork featuring ancient traditional mineral pigment painting, created by master artisans of the revered Shakya lineage in the Kathmandu Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Set of Five Statues\u003cbr\u003e· Height: 36 cm \/ 14.2 inches (each)\u003cbr\u003e· Material: Pure copper with hand-painted mineral pigments\u003cbr\u003e· Style: Five Dhyani Buddhas (Vairochana, Akshobhya, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, Amoghasiddhi)\u003cbr\u003e· Origin: Shakya clan masterwork from Nepal, Kathmandu Valley\u003cbr\u003e· Ideal for: Meditation space, home altar, monastery hall, spiritual art collection, home decor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Five Dhyani Buddhas, also known as the Five Wisdom Buddhas, represent the five aspects of enlightened wisdom in Vajrayana Buddhist tradition. They are the primordial Buddhas who embody the five wisdoms that transform the five poisons (ignorance, attachment, aversion, pride, and jealousy) into enlightened qualities. Together, they form a complete mandala of enlightenment, representing the totality of awakened mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Buddha is distinguished by its unique color, mudra (hand gesture), and orientation within the mandala:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Vairochana (Center) – White**\u003cbr\u003eSeated in full vajra posture, his hands form the dharmachakra mudra (turning the wheel of Dharma). He represents the wisdom of the dharmadhatu—the nature of reality. His white complexion symbolizes the pure, luminous essence of all phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Akshobhya (East) – Blue**\u003cbr\u003eSeated in full vajra posture, his right hand touches the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, calling the earth to witness his enlightenment. He represents mirror-like wisdom, reflecting all phenomena without distortion. His deep blue body symbolizes the indestructible nature of enlightened mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Ratnasambhava (South) – Yellow**\u003cbr\u003eSeated in full vajra posture, his right hand extends in varada mudra (gesture of giving), bestowing blessings and abundance. He represents the wisdom of equality, seeing all beings as equal. His golden-yellow body symbolizes the enriching quality of enlightened wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Amitabha (West) – Red**\u003cbr\u003eSeated in full vajra posture, his hands rest in his lap in dhyana mudra (meditation gesture). He represents discriminating wisdom, perceiving the unique qualities of all phenomena. His red body symbolizes the magnetizing power of compassionate love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Amoghasiddhi (North) – Green**\u003cbr\u003eSeated in full vajra posture, his right hand raises in abhaya mudra (gesture of fearlessness), offering protection from all fears. He represents all-accomplishing wisdom, the power to overcome all obstacles. His green body symbolizes the active, swift energy of enlightened activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancient traditional painting technique used in crafting this set follows time-honored methods preserved by the Shakya clan for centuries. Natural mineral pigments are carefully ground, mixed, and applied in layers to create exceptional depth and luminosity. Each figure's distinctive coloration—white, blue, yellow, red, and green—is built up through multiple applications, allowing the rich colors to develop their characteristic vibrancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shakya clan lineage is renowned for producing the finest Himalayan metalwork for over a millennium. Family artisans have protected the secrets of lost-wax sculpture creation through countless generations, with each master passing the complete knowledge only to their most worthy successors. This five-piece set bears the unmistakable hallmarks of Shakya workmanship: perfect proportions, crisp detailing, and refined artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the five figures is seated upon its own lotus throne, featuring layers of individually carved petals—each petal precisely shaped, their tips slightly curled, creating thrones of sacred beauty. The elaborate five-jewel crowns adorning each head represent the five wisdoms, each jewel rendered with crisp definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to traditional sources, the Five Dhyani Buddhas are central to Vajrayana practice. Each Buddha presides over one of the five Buddha families and is associated with one of the five aggregates (form, feeling, perception, formation, consciousness) and one of the five poisons, which through their wisdom are transformed into enlightened qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 36cm Five Dhyani Buddhas set serves as a powerful focal point for meditation spaces, monastery halls, and home altars. The harmonious arrangement of the five figures creates a sacred atmosphere that represents the complete spectrum of enlightened wisdom. The combination of Shakya clan master craftsmanship, ancient mineral pigment painting, and the profound significance of the five wisdom forms represents the finest in Himalayan sacred art—a timeless expression of the complete mandala of enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botree ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45340726820966,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0700\/5021\/8086\/files\/083FCA50-EFA9-419F-98FA-BC1B958CF2D1.jpg?v=1774785372","url":"https:\/\/www.botreearts.com\/products\/five-dhyani-buddhas-set-statues-36cm-14-2-hand-carved-copper-painted-shakya-clan-masterwork-sacred-art-collection-nepal","provider":"Botree ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}