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Brown Ucchusma Sculpture | Fierce Protector Who Burns Away Impurities

Invite fierce protection and purifying power into your sacred space with this handcrafted Ucchusma statue, created by Newari artisans in Nepal. Cast in copper using ancient lost-wax method and finished with a chemically oxidized & silver-plated surface, it pairs brown tones with bright silver detailing across the garment and ornaments. This authentic copper sculpture highlights Nepal’s exquisite metalworking tradition and suits any Buddhist altar or meditation space.

Ucchusma, the fierce Vajrayana deity who burns away impurities, is portrayed with three wrathful faces and multiple arms holding sacred ritual implements that symbolize destruction of ignorance and spiritual obstacles. Draped in a tiger-skin garment, he stands in a commanding posture upon a lotus pedestal, while a flaming halo rises behind him crowned with a miniature Buddha representing enlightened wisdom. This powerful devotional icon is a treasured piece for practitioners and sacred art collectors alike.

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

Key Features of Oxidized Ucchusma Statue:

  1. Handmade in Nepal using the Lost Wax Method
  2. Made from Durable Copper with an Oxidized and Silver-Plated Finish
  3. Traditionally Handcrafted by Newari Master Artists
  4. Height X Width: 34.5cm X 16.5cm
  5. Weight: 1.84kg

About Ucchusma

Ucchusma, also known as Vajra Krodha Mahābala Ucchuṣma, is a wrathful deity in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism revered for his power to purify defilements. Manifested from the heart of Shakyamuni Buddha, he is considered a Wisdom King and a fierce form of Vajrapani, embodying the transformative fire that converts negative emotions, especially lust and anger, into enlightened awareness. His iconography often features a wrathful face, sharp fangs, and crossed hands in a threatening mudrā, symbolizing his role in destroying impurities and protecting sacred vows (samaya). Ucchusma is invoked in esoteric practices to remove obstacles on the spiritual path and is even believed to dispel malevolent energies.

Disclaimer

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. The product photos on our website show the actual statue for sale, offering an honest and accurate view of its condition and character.
  4. We take great care in securely packaging each item for international delivery and work with trusted shipping partners to ensure safe arrival.
  5. If you have any questions about craftsmanship, condition, or delivery, please feel free to contact us. We're here to help.
  6. We offer these statues to support your spiritual practice and dharma journey, not as tools for guaranteed spiritual outcomes.