Description

Hand-Carved Sacred Virupa Mahasiddha Statue by Newari Artisan 

Celebrate the sacred presence of Virupa Mahasiddha with this exquisite statue, handmade by a skilled Newari artist from Patan, Nepal, a historic hub of Himalayan Buddhist artistry. Beautifully finished with a rich oxidized patina, the statue highlights intricate craftsmanship, depicting Virupa seated gracefully atop a lotus pedestal and elegantly positioned on a deerskin, symbolizing purity, spiritual awakening, and mastery over worldly attachments. Devotees worship Virupa Mahasiddha to cultivate inner discipline, fearlessness, spiritual insight, and meditative focus, while seeking blessings for the removal of obstacles, protection, and guidance along the Vajrayana path. Ideal for placement on a home altar, in a meditation room, or in a sacred space, this statue inspires devotion, reflection, and a deeper connection to authentic Tibetan Buddhist practice.

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

Key Features of the Virupa Statue:

• Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
  
• Made from Premium Copper with oxidized finish
  
• Beautifully decorated using Premium Acrylic Colors
• Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Artists
• Height X Width: 23.5cm X 20.5cm
• Weight: 2.46kg

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.

Virupa

Virupa, also known as the "Ugly One" or "Mahasiddha Virupa," is a revered tantric master and deity in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly associated with the Sakya tradition. Though historically a human siddha, he is venerated as a wrathful emanation of enlightened wisdom who shattered conventional norms to reveal profound truths. Often portrayed with a fierce expression, a potbelly, and a gesture halting the sun, symbolizing his miraculous control over time, Virupa embodies the power of realization that transcends worldly limitations. His teachings, especially the Lamdré (Path and Result) system, emphasize the direct experience of non-dual awareness and the transformation of desire into the path of liberation. Virupa’s iconography and legends serve as potent reminders that enlightenment can arise in the most unexpected forms.