The Sacred Atisa Statue | Tantric Legacy, Sacred Guide Sacred Atisa Statue measures 33 cm (13.0 inches) in height with a 23 cm (9.06 inches) base and weighs 3.39 kg. Expertly made from a copper body, it is adorned with 24K gold gilding and enriched with intricate gold and acrylic paintings. A refined example of Himalayan artistry, this piece embodies both spiritual significance and artistic elegance, making it an excellent addition to altars, meditation spaces, or sacred collections. Atisa, a revered Buddhist master and scholar, is captured here in a tranquil pose, seated gracefully on a moon disc lotus. With hands forming the 'Dharmachakra mudra'—the stirring gesture of the Buddha’s teachings—this statue honors his wisdom and calm. Detailed acrylic painting brings to life the fine lines of his robes, the distinctive pandit hat, and the peaceful look that invites reflection. This piece tells a story of devotion and insight, blending artistry with spiritual depth. Size: 13.0”/33cm (Height) x 9.06”/23cm (Base)Weight: 3.39 kgMaterial: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold and Acrylic Painting, Copper Body Atisa Dipankara Shrijnana was an 11th-century religious leader from Bangladesh who became an expert in Buddhism. He was invited to Tibet, where he played a crucial role in reviving and reforming Buddhism. Atisa's teachings emphasized compassion and the aspiration to attain enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. He introduced the Three Trainings and the Six Perfections to Tibetan Buddhism, and his influence is still felt in the Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism and Buddhist thought and practiced throughout Asia.