Description

Handcrafted Dakini Simha Mukha Statue | Himalayan Buddhist Artwork

Invite the powerful energy of our Traditional Simhamukha Sculpture, a Nepalese Lion-Faced Guardian Deity, meticulously hand-carved using the ancient lost wax casting, which captures every intricate detail. This sacred form features a luminous gold-gilded face and a gold fire-gilded body on a copper base, radiating divine protection. Devotees seek courage, removal of obstacles, and spiritual blessings, while welcoming fearlessness and strength into their lives. The statue displays a third eye face adorned with a five-skull crown, holding a trident, a skull cup, and a curved flying knife. Standing on a lotus seat atop a subdued human figure with a blazing halo, it enhances meditation spaces and home altars with sacred energy.

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

Key features of Traditional Simhamukha Sculpture:

  • Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
  • Crafted using traditional Fire-gilding with gold
  • 24k Pure Gold Gilded Face
  • Beautifully decorated using Acrylic Colors
  • Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Artists
  • Height X Width: 37cm X 29cm
  • Weight: 3.47kg

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.

Simha Mukha

Simha Mukha, also known as Simhamukha or the Lion-Faced Dakini, is a powerful and wrathful wisdom deity in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly revered in the Nyingma tradition. She is considered an emanation of the enlightened feminine energy of Guhyajnana Dakini and sometimes associated with Mandarava, the consort of Padmasambhava. Depicted with a roaring lion’s head, flaming hair, and a fierce expression, Simha Mukha symbolizes fearless clarity, cutting through ignorance, obstacles, and harmful thoughts. She is often shown standing or dancing on a lotus base above a subdued human figure, holding ritual implements like a curved knife and a skull cup, representing the transformation of negative energies into wisdom and the protection of practitioners.

Disclaimer

  • At Nidhiratna, we offer authentic handcrafted Buddhist statues and Tibetan sculptures made by master artisans from the Kathmandu Valley. Each piece carries deep cultural and spiritual meaning, shaped by traditional craftsmanship, not factory precision.
  • As each statue is individually handmade, minor imperfections or variations may be present. These details reflect the artisanal nature of the work and add to the uniqueness of every piece.
  • The product photos on our website show the actual statue for sale, offering an honest and accurate view of its condition and character.
  • We take great care in securely packaging each item for international delivery and work with trusted shipping partners to ensure safe arrival.
  • If you have any questions about craftsmanship, condition, or delivery, please feel free to contact us. We're here to help.
  • We offer these statues to support your spiritual practice and dharma journey, not as tools for guaranteed spiritual outcomes.