VAJRASATTVA Antic style credited with introducing Vajrayana Buddhism

credited with introducing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century

and spiritual authority

reinforcing her association with purity and spiritual awakening

the figure embodies the fierce and transformative energies that arise between death and rebirth

Seated in a graceful posture of royal ease

VAJRASATTVA Antic style credited with introducing Vajrayana BuddhismHeight: 28 cm Weight: 1. 915 kg This finely cast gilt copper alloy sculpture, gilded with 24 karat gold, represents Vajrasattva, one of the most important purification deities in Vajrayana Buddhism. Seated in vajra posture, Vajrasattva holds the vajra in his right hand at the heart, symbolizing indestructible wisdom, while the left hand holds the bell (ghanta), representing ultimate knowledge and emptiness. Together, these attributes express the union