Antique Chengresi Statue | Golden Guardian of Compassion

This magnificent four-armed Chengresi statue exemplifies centuries-old Nepalese craftsmanship, where divine artistry meets spiritual devotion. Seated in serene meditation upon an ornate lotus throne, this antique masterpiece radiates timeless compassion and sacred beauty, making it a treasured centerpiece for collectors and spiritual practitioners worldwide.

Specifications

• Height: 38 cm / 14.96 inches

• Width: 27.3 cm / 10.75 inches

• Weight: 4.61 Kg / 10.16 lbs

• Materials: Antique copper body, 24K gold gilded, intricate hand-carvings

Why This Statue?

This exceptional Chengresi statue transcends ordinary religious art. The 24K gold gilding creates a luminous presence that captures light beautifully, while the antique copper body beneath adds depth and character accumulated through time. Every inch reveals meticulous hand-carved details—from the delicate facial features to the elaborate crown adorned with smaller deity figures. The substantial weight of 4.61 kg ensures stability and reflects solid construction, while the generous 38 cm height commands attention without overwhelming space. The intricate lotus throne base, with its layered petals, demonstrates the extraordinary skill of Nepalese artisans who have perfected this sacred craft through generations.

Who is Chengresi?

Chengresi (Tibetan: Chenrezig) embodies the compassion of all Buddhas, revered as the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion throughout Himalayan Buddhist traditions. Known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit, this beloved deity vows to liberate all sentient beings from suffering before entering nirvana, making him one of Buddhism's most cherished figures.

Divine Iconography: Eyes, Hands, and Sacred Posture

The statue's serene face features half-closed eyes cast downward in meditative compassion, symbolizing awareness of earthly suffering. Four graceful arms express multiple dimensions of divine action: the primary hands join at the heart in anjali mudra (prayer position), representing devotion and inner wisdom. The upper right hand delicately holds a crystal mala for counting prayers, while the left cradles a lotus flower symbolizing purity emerging from worldly mud. Seated in lotus posture upon a double-lotus throne, Chengresi embodies unshakeable stability and spiritual awakening.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

This statue represents Buddhism's highest ideal—boundless compassion actively engaged with the world. The four arms signify immeasurable love, compassion, joy, and equanimity. The elaborate crown containing smaller Buddhist figures represents enlightened wisdom guiding compassionate action.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

In Mahayana tradition, Chengresi personifies "karuna"—active compassion seeking to alleviate universal suffering. The Lotus Sutra describes this bodhisattva as one who "hears the cries of the world," manifesting in countless forms to guide beings toward liberation.

Sacred Mantra

“Om Mani Padme Hum”

This six-syllable mantra translates as "The jewel is in the lotus," representing the inseparability of wisdom and compassion. Each syllable purifies different realms of existence, invoking Chengresi's transformative blessings.