Materials:
Gold-plated copper
Lapis lazuli
Coral
Turquoise

Dimensions & Weight:
Height: 9 inches
Width: 5 inches
Depth: 3.2 inches
Weight: 1.55 kilograms

Shipping Origin: Kathmandu, Nepal

Description:
This exceptional Manjushri statue is crafted from solid, carved pieces of lapis lazuli set in a boy sculpted from copper that is then gold-plated. Coral and turquoise inlay details adorn this figure.

Manjushri is depicted as a male bodhisattva wielding a flaming sword in his right hand, representing the realization of transcendent wisdom which cuts down ignorance and duality. By his left hand is a lotus flower in full bloom, believed to hold the Prajnaparamita Sutra (Great Wisdom Sutra) and contains the essence of the great Wisdom of Lord Buddha.

According to the Swaymbhu Purana, the Kathmandu Valley was once a lake. It is believed that Manjushri came on a pilgrimage from his earthly abode. He saw a lotus flower in the center of the lake which emitted brilliant radiance. He cut a gorge at Chovar with his flaming sword to allow the lake to drain. The place where the lotus flower settled became the great Swayambhunath Stupa and the valley thus became habitable.

(Lapis lazuli is one the most sought after semi-precious stones in use since man’s history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains the symbol of royalty and honor, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a universal symbol of wisdom and truth.)