{"product_id":"four-armed-avalokiteshvara-buddha-statue-33cm-13-hand-carved-copper-gilded-chenrezig-traditional-masterwork-nepal","title":"Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara Buddha Statue 33cm \/ 13\" Hand-Carved Copper Gilded – Chenrezig Traditional Masterwork Nepal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite 33cm \/ 13\" Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara statue represents the refined artistry of Nepalese master craftsmanship—a skillfully hand-carved pure copper masterwork featuring complete 24k gold-gilding using ancient traditional mercury-gilding technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Height: 33 cm \/ 13 inches\u003cbr\u003e· Material: Pure copper with complete 24k gold-gilding (ancient mercury-gilding method)\u003cbr\u003e· Style: Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig) in full vajra posture on lotus throne\u003cbr\u003e· Origin: Hand-carved masterwork from Nepal, Kathmandu Valley\u003cbr\u003e· Ideal for: Meditation space, home altar, spiritual art collection, compassion practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour-Armed Avalokiteshvara, known in Tibetan as Chenrezig, is the embodiment of boundless compassion in Buddhist tradition. He is revered as the compassionate protector of all beings, with his mantra \"Om Mani Padme Hum\" being the most recited prayer in the Himalayan world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeated in full vajra posture (padmasana) upon a lotus throne, his serene expression embodies the perfect peace of enlightened compassion—downcast eyes that gaze upon all beings with unconditional love, a gentle smile radiating the warmth of boundless care. The three eyes (including the wisdom eye in his forehead) perceive all suffering and respond with immediate compassionate activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis four arms each carry profound symbolic meaning:\u003cbr\u003e· His first two hands are folded at his heart in anjali mudra, holding a wish-fulfilling jewel that represents the compassionate intention to benefit all beings\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antelope skin draped over his left shoulder represents his gentle and compassionate nature, symbolizing grace and gentleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancient traditional mercury-gilding technique used in crafting this piece follows time-honored methods preserved in the Kathmandu Valley for centuries. This complex process involves carefully applying a mixture of gold and mercury to the copper surface, then heating the piece until the mercury evaporates, leaving behind a permanent layer of pure 24k gold. Multiple layers are applied to achieve exceptional depth and luminosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete 24k gold-gilding adds radiant luminosity to the entire sculpture. Multiple layers of pure gold are carefully applied using traditional techniques, creating a warm, glowing surface that will endure for generations. This full gold finish ensures the deity shines with consistent splendor from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element of this hand-carved masterwork reflects dedicated artistry. The elaborate five-jewel crown adorning his head represents the five wisdoms, each jewel rendered with crisp definition. 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\u003eThe lotus throne beneath him features layers of individually carved petals—each petal precisely shaped, their tips slightly curled, creating a throne of sacred beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to traditional sources, Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara holds a central position in Buddhist practice. He is considered the source from which all other forms of Avalokiteshvara emanate. His mantra, \"Om Mani Padme Hum,\" contains the essence of all Buddhist teachings: Om represents the practitioner's impure body, speech, and mind; Mani (jewel) represents the compassionate method; Padme (lotus) represents wisdom; and Hum represents their indivisible union.\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 33cm Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara masterwork represents that living heritage—a timeless expression of boundless compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botree ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45340691726438,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0700\/5021\/8086\/files\/1A023772-73F8-44F3-AFA6-CE68F30DC590.jpg?v=1774785372","url":"https:\/\/www.botreearts.com\/products\/four-armed-avalokiteshvara-buddha-statue-33cm-13-hand-carved-copper-gilded-chenrezig-traditional-masterwork-nepal","provider":"Botree ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}