[Maha Vairochana] On Double Base, Buddhist Handmade Statue, [Full Gold Plated], [Face Painted]
| Dimensions: | 32x25x15 cm (12.6 × 9.8 × 5.9 inches) |
| Gross Weight: | 4.3 kg (9.48 lbs) |
| Material: | Copper |
| Iconography / Artist: | Maha Vairochana |
| Craft Origin: | Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique |
| Cataloged On: | Jul 27, 2025 |
Maha Vairochana
The four heads of Maha Virochana Buddha are a representation of his omniscient wisdom, enabling him to perceive and comprehend all phenomena from every direction. Each head gazes toward a cardinal direction (north, east, south, and west), signifying the Buddha's ability to perceive and illuminate the truth in all corners of existence. This symbolism reflects the all-encompassing nature of his enlightened consciousness, encompassing the entirety of existence.
The Dharma Wheel, also known as the Dharmachakra, held in the hands of Maha Virochana Buddha, holds great significance. The Dharmachakra is a powerful symbol representing the teaching and dissemination of Buddhist teachings, representing the turning of the wheel of truth. With this symbolic gesture, Maha Virochana Buddha is seen as the supreme teacher, guiding sentient beings towards liberation by expounding the profound wisdom of the Dharma.
Maha Virochana Buddha's radiant appearance further exemplifies his enlightened nature. The luminous aura enveloping his form represents the transcendence beyond ordinary perception and the embodiment of supreme wisdom. This radiance symbolizes the transformative power of enlightenment, capable of dispelling the darkness of ignorance and illuminating the path towards liberation and ultimate truth.
In depictions of Maha Virochana Buddha, additional arms and hands often accompany the four heads. These hands hold various symbolic objects, such as a lotus flower symbolizing purity and spiritual realization, and a vajra symbolizing indestructible power and the union of compassion and wisdom. These symbolic objects represent the Buddha's qualities of compassion, wisdom, and enlightened activity, emphasizing his role as a guiding force in the spiritual journey of practitioners.
Item Specific Details & Notes
Code : 456
Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting
Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.
24K Mercury Gilding
Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.
Cold-Gold Face Painting
The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.
Hand-Chiseled Detailing
Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.
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