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Fourteen Arm Mahakala Sculpture | Oxidized Copper Buddhist Artwork from Nepal

This Fourteen Armed Mahakala Yab-Yum Statue is handcrafted Newari artisans using the ancient lost-wax method. The statue is made from durable copper then chemically oxidized to achieve a rich brownish patina that deepens over time. Silver plating accents key details throughout the piece while semi-precious stones are inlaid across the body adding vibrant color. Standing at 27 inches tall and weighing 24.28 kg this is a substantial and commanding centerpiece for any shrine or meditation space.

This sculpture depicts Mahakala in his most powerful tantric form as a wrathful protector deity of Buddhism. He is shown with three fierce faces and adorned with a crown of skulls. His fourteen divine arms each carry a sacred implement representing specific aspects of spiritual protection and transformation. Flaming hair rises above the skull diadem while a garland of severed heads encircles his body expressing. He stands upon a lotus throne crushing a human figure beneath his feet which represents the subjugation of the ego.

Mahakala is shown in Yab-Yum union with his consort signifying the inseparable unity of compassion in tantric Buddhist philosophy. The entire composition is framed within a flaming halo of wisdom representing the all-consuming fire of primordial awareness. This rare and devotionally significant statue is ideal for serious practitioners & collectors seeking an authentic representation of wrathful Mahakala in his complete tantric manifestation.

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

Key Features of 14-armed Mahakala Yab-Yum Statue:

1. Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
   
2. Made from Copper with a Chemically Oxidized and Silver-Plated Finish
   
3. 24K Gold-Painted Face
4. Beautifully Painted with Vibrant Acrylic Color
5. Traditionally Handcrafted by Master Artists
   
6. Height X Width: 70.5cm X 61cm
7. Weight: 24.28kg

About 14-Armed Mahakala

Fourteen Armed Mahakala, revered as a powerful protector of the Dharma, is a wrathful deity in Vajrayana Buddhism who embodies the fierce energy of enlightened compassion and fearless protection. According to sacred Buddhist traditions, he manifests with fourteen arms to symbolize his vast array of enlightened activities, wielding various sacred implements to overcome obstacles and spiritual hindrances. His teachings emphasize the protective power of enlightened action through the sacred mantra "Om Shri Mahakalaya Sarva Raksha Hum Phat", which devotees chant to invoke protection and the removal of obstacles on the path to awakening.