Statue, Demon-Subduing Vajra-Peg - 35 cm - Copper

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Demon-Subduing Vajra-Peg, a 35 cm high, 502 g solid copper Phurba from Nepal in antique style and good condition, featuring a wrathful Hayagriva and Vajrakilaya motif with a cross-vajra knot and eight Auspicious Symbols on the handle.

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This solid, pure copper *Phurba* of Hayagriva and Vajrakilaya is crafted using the traditional lost-wax casting method. The top features an authentic, wrathful image of Hayagriva surrounded by multiple tiers of wrathful guardian faces, with facial features and fangs rendered in distinct, layered relief. The central handle is intricately chased with a cross-vajra knot and geometric "Eight Auspicious Symbols" patterns, showcasing complex, three-dimensional craftsmanship. The blade section features an eagle head grasping a tri-faceted point, while the shaft is entwined with a sacred serpent motif—symbolizing the Tantric ritual practice of purifying the three poisons: greed, hatred, and ignorance.

This solid, pure copper *Phurba* of Hayagriva and Vajrakilaya is crafted using the traditional lost-wax casting method. The top features an authentic, wrathful image of Hayagriva surrounded by multiple tiers of wrathful guardian faces, with facial features and fangs rendered in distinct, layered relief. The central handle is intricately chased with a cross-vajra knot and geometric "Eight Auspicious Symbols" patterns, showcasing complex, three-dimensional craftsmanship. The blade section features an eagle head grasping a tri-faceted point, while the shaft is entwined with a sacred serpent motif—symbolizing the Tantric ritual practice of purifying the three poisons: greed, hatred, and ignorance.

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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Nepal
Style
Antique
Material
Copper
Ethnic group/culture
Tibetan Buddhism
Title of artwork
Demon-Subduing Vajra-Peg
Signature
Not signed
Sold with stand
No
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition
Height
35 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Weight
502 g
Hong KongVerified
163
Objects sold
96%
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