Supreme Unity | Handcrafted Nepalese Vajradhara

This magnificent Vajradhara statue represents the ultimate source of all tantric teachings, radiating pure enlightened essence. Crafted with exceptional precision and adorned in luminous gold, this masterpiece embodies the highest realization in Vajrayana Buddhism, making it an essential sacred presence for serious practitioners and collectors of authentic Himalayan art.

Specifications

• Height: 35 cm / 13.8 inches

• Width: 27.2 cm / 10.7 inches

• Weight: 4.31 kg / 9.5 lbs

• Materials: 24K gold gilded, copper body, gold and acrylic paintings, turquoise and red coral inlays

Why This Statue?

This exceptional statue showcases brilliant 24K gold gilding that creates an ethereal luminosity befitting the primordial Buddha. The substantial copper body foundation ensures museum-quality durability while the hand-carved turquoise and coral inlays add authentic Himalayan elegance. The masterful acrylic detailing brings depth to the serene facial features and elaborate crown, while the impressive dimensions command sacred presence. Each intricate element reflects generations of Newar artisan expertise, making this piece both spiritually powerful and artistically magnificent.

Who is Vajradhara?

Vajradhara (Tibetan: Dorje Chang), meaning "Vajra Holder," is the primordial Buddha and supreme source of all tantric transmissions in Vajrayana Buddhism. As the dharmakaya manifestation of enlightenment itself, he represents the ultimate nature of mind and the root guru from whom all tantric lineages flow, embodying the inseparability of wisdom and compassion.

Sacred Iconography and Distinctive Mudra

Vajradhara's half-closed eyes reflect perfect meditative absorption in the nature of reality. His distinctive crossed-arm gesture (vajrahumkara mudra) holds a vajra in the right hand symbolizing skillful means and method, while the left hand holds a bell representing wisdom and emptiness. This symbolic union demonstrates the inseparable nature of compassion and wisdom that characterizes enlightenment. His serene posture in full lotus position represents unshakeable meditative stability, while his adorned body reflects the sambhogakaya—the body of bliss and perfect enjoyment.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

The deep blue body (represented here in gold) traditionally symbolizes the dharmakaya—the true body beyond form. The elaborate crown and jeweled ornaments represent his mastery of all Buddha qualities. The crossed vajra and bell signify the ultimate non-dual union that transcends all conceptual boundaries.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

Vajrayana teachings proclaim: "Vajradhara is the essence of all Buddhas, the root of all lineages." His practice represents direct transmission of enlightened mind, emphasizing that ultimate realization transcends intellectual understanding.

Sacred Mantra

“Om Vajradhara Hum”

This profound mantra invokes Vajradhara's blessings, meaning "Om, Vajra Holder, Hum!" Recitation connects practitioners directly with the primordial Buddha nature, purifies obscurations, and establishes the foundation for receiving tantric empowerments and realizing the ultimate nature of mind.