Mahakala Bernakchen Six Armed Protector Statue

Mahakala Bernakchen Six Armed Protector Statue - A Powerful Symbol of Himalayan Craftsmanship This Mahakala Bernakchen Six Armed Protector Statue measures 6.6”/17cm in height and 5.5”/14cm across the base, with a weight of 1.42 kg. The sculpture is formed from a copper body that provides the detailed structure of the figure, including the face, multiple arms, garments, ornaments, lotus pedestal, and surrounding flame-like forms. The entire surface is finished with 24K gold gilding, giving the figure its rich golden appearance and highlighting the carved details across the body, crown, jewelry, clothing, and pedestal. Acrylic painting is carefully applied to selected areas, including the eyes, eyebrows, mouth, teeth, facial markings, skull details, hair, and flames, creating strong contrast against the gilded surface. The combination of copper, gold gilding, and painted details gives the sculpture a highly defined appearance while preserving the depth of its hand-worked ornamentation. This statue features a fierce wrathful form with a single face, three eyes, raised eyebrows, a wide open mouth with exposed teeth, and a pronounced third eye at the center of the forehead. His expression is intense, with the painted eyes, teeth, facial markings, and curled mustache-like details emphasizing the wrathful character. Six arms extend around the body, with the raised hand visibly holding a curved ritual blade, while the forward hand holds a skull cup close to the torso. The remaining arms are arranged closely around the body, contributing to the compact and powerful composition. He wears an elaborate crown decorated with multiple skulls, while additional ornamental details frame the face and shoulders. Behind the head is a large mass of upward-rising flames, painted in red, orange, and yellow tones, creating a vivid fiery backdrop. The figure is seated with one knee raised and the other leg folded, with the body positioned above a broad lotus pedestal. The lotus base is composed of layered petals and is also covered in gold, with painted detailing emphasizing the individual forms. Size: 6.6”/17cm (Height) x 5.5”/14cm (Base) Weight: 1.42 kg Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body Mahakala Bernakchen is a principal protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism, specifically associated with the Karma Kagyu lineage. Manifesting in a dark blue-black form, he symbolizes the ultimate, unconditioned nature of reality and the fierce, uncompromising compassion that removes all obstacles to enlightenment.