Buddhist Macchindranath Sculpture of Rain and Compassion
About our Macchindranath
This magnificent Buddhist Macchindranath Sculpture is skillfully carved on a solid brass body and finished with brilliant acrylic painting to highlight its precise features and lifelike presence. Standing at 22 cm tall, 11 cm wide, and weighing 1.00 kg, this precious object exemplifies remarkable creativity and cultural reverence. Such sculptures are extremely religiously significant in the Vajrayana Buddhist tradition, particularly among the Kathmandu Valley's Newari population. The use of brass provides durability and longevity, while the meticulous painting emphasizes the deity's spiritual nature, making it a great complement to personal altars as well as sacred locations.
The sculpture depicts Red Macchindranath, a renowned Newari Vajrayana deity known as the Rain God. The deity's appearance, depicted in a majestic standing position, depicts power and generosity, representing compassion and the natural elements that maintain life. In Kathmandu's rich cultural legacy, Red Macchindranath is venerated for bringing timely rain, assuring wealth and tranquility for the society. The artistic intricacy exemplifies Newari craftsmanship, with brilliant colors and symbolic decorations indicating the deity's divine rank. This sculpture is not simply a symbol of spiritual protection, but it also has deep cultural and religious importance, making it a valuable artifact for both believers and collectors.
Introduction To Macchindranath :
Both Hindu and Buddhist traditions hold Macchindranath, also called Matsyendranath, in high regard, especially in Nepal and the Himalayan areas. As the creator of Hatha Yoga and a revered yogic saint, he is seen as a manifestation of Lord Shiva in Hinduism and Avalokiteshvara (Bodhisattva of Compassion) in Buddhism. An important deity for rural populations, Macchindranath is revered as a bringer of rain and agricultural prosperity and is well-known for his profound spiritual teachings and close relationship with nature. The Rato Macchindranath Jatra, his yearly chariot festival, is a magnificent celebration of devotion, harmony, and cultural legacy that takes place in the Kathmandu Valley.
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Size: 22cm(Height) x 11cm(Width)
Weight: 1.00kg
materials: Brass Body, Acrylic Painting
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How do take care of your statues?
Place them at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight.
Ensure that the area where your statue is placed is completely free of moisture and dust.
Place it at the highest place on your altar after being consecrated by Lama/monks. The best practice is to keep them covered inside a glass cabinet.
Do not use your bare hands or any objects with a rough surface to wipe the face.
Directly touching the bare hand with objects can smudge the face, leaving scratches.
