Ethereal and aesthetic, this copper statue of Bodhisattva Vajrasattva from Nepal presents him in a unique standing pose, similar to the popular depictions of Avalokiteshvara. Adorned from head to toe with traditional Nepalese ornaments, Vajrasattva in this copper statue can be identified with the Vajra he holds in his right hand and the Ghanta or bell he carries in his left. The Vajra in Buddhism represents supreme wisdom and the bell is a symbol of divine compassion.
Together, in the hands of Vajrasattva, these motifs represent the highest state of existence, a perfect balance between wisdom and compassion which is key to the attainment of enlightenment. The crown of Vajrasattva is marked by the image of Adi Buddha (primordial Buddha) and his countenance carries a heavenliness, which can be experienced by anyone who gazes and meditates upon the Bodhisattva.
A classic Nepalese aureole adorned with floral motifs surrounds the Vajrasattva, complementing the softness of the flowing brocades of the Bodhisattva, bringing an unreal animation to the composition. On an elaborately made pedestal, Vajrasattva stands on a double-layered lotus or Vishwapadmasana, a seat of enlightened and powerful beings in Buddhism.
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