Statue of Vajrayana Protector Marichi | Handcrafted Nepali Sculpture with Powerful Presence Vajrayana Protector Marichi stands 22.2 inches (56.5 cm) tall with a 14.2-inch (36 cm) wide base and weighs 11.06 kilograms. Expertly made from a copper body, it is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, richly adorned with intricate gold and acrylic paintings, and embellished with carefully inlaid gemstones. The statue is carved with deeply engraved details that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect, enhancing its dimensional beauty. A stunning expression of traditional Himalayan craftsmanship, this piece radiates spiritual presence and artistic mastery—ideal as a commanding centerpiece for temples, altars, or sacred interior spaces. Seated on a celestial chariot pulled by seven pigs, Marichi is portrayed in her dynamic aspect, signifying her power over the forces of ignorance and her capacity to lead beings away from pain. Marichi has a sword in her hands and a halo behind her, two potent symbols that represent her mission to destroy ignorance and chase out darkness. The sword represents the sharpness of wisdom that slices through delusion. As the goddess of dawn, she encourages followers to develop clarity, bravery, and quick advancement in their spiritual pursuits by acting as a constant reminder of the urgency and perseverance needed on the road to enlightenment. Size: 22.2”/56.5cm (Height) x 14.2”/36cm (Base)Weight: 11.06 kgMaterial: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones In East Asian, Buddhist, and Hindu traditions, Marichi, often referred to as Marici, is a highly respected goddess connected to light, dawn, and protection. She is one of the Saptarishi and stands for brightness and wisdom in Hinduism. She is a bodhisattva and guardian deity in Buddhism, and she is particularly important in China, Korea, and Japan (Marishiten), where she is linked to warriors and invoked for protection. Marichi, who is shown as a multiarmed figure astride a chariot, stands for the giving of safety and the eradication of darkness. Mantras, rituals, and festivals are all part of her devotion, which reflects her worldwide veneration and cross-cultural fusion.
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