Description

Atisha Dipankara Sculpture | Authentic Himalayan Artisan Craft from Patan, Nepal  

Honor the wisdom of one of Buddhism’s most revered scholars with this Atisha Dipankara statue, meticulously handcrafted in Nepal using the ancient lost-wax casting technique. Formed from durable copper and enriched with multiple layers of fire gold gilding, the surface radiates a warm, luminous glow that enhances every intricate detail.

Atisha is depicted in a serene seated posture upon a finely detailed lotus pedestal, with hands raised in the dharmachakra mudra, symbolizing the turning of the wheel of Dharma. A stupa and a sacred ritual vase appear alongside, reinforcing the spiritual depth and symbolism of the composition.

Flowing monastic robes are adorned with delicate hand-engraved scrollwork and floral motifs, reflecting the excellence of Himalayan metal artistry passed down through generations. The serene gold-painted face, crowned with the iconic red pandit hat, conveys both scholarly authority and boundless compassion.

Revered as the founder of the Kadampa tradition, Atisha embodies the perfect union of wisdom and compassion. A meaningful addition to any altar or meditation space, this sacred figure invites clarity, guidance, and the blessings of timeless teachings into daily practice.

Please note: The statue in the photograph is the actual piece for sale, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity.

Key Features of the Atisha Dipankara  Statue :

• Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
  
• Shaped from Durable Copper
• Crafted using traditional Fire-gilding with gold
• 24K Gold Painted Face
• Beautifully decorated using Acrylic Colors
• Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Newari Artists
  
• Height X Width: 33cm X 25cm
• Weight: 3.42kg

Consecration Process & Service

The statue includes a hollow chamber designed to hold rolled mantras, sacred relics, incense, herbal powders, and fragrant wood. During consecration, these are carefully filled and blessed through ritual prayers by qualified monks, making the statue spiritually complete and ready for your altar. A fee will be charged for this service, which is respectfully donated to the lamas performing the rituals.

Please note: Once consecrated, each statue becomes a sacred object and part of your spiritual journey. As such, it cannot be returned or refunded after this special blessing.

Atisa Dipankara Shrijnana

Atisa was a revered 11th-century Buddhist master and scholar, celebrated as a key figure in the revival and spread of Buddhism in Tibet. Born in the kingdom of Bengal, Atisa dedicated his life to the study and practice of Buddhist teachings, traveling extensively across India to learn from eminent masters.

Renowned for his profound wisdom, moral discipline, and compassionate guidance, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Kadampa school, emphasizing ethical conduct, meditation, and the cultivation of Bodhicitta, the mind of enlightenment.