MANJUSHREE Bronze while the left hand is

while the left hand is held in a gesture of compassion

with areas of natural wear revealing the copper alloy beneath

On the day of Laxmi Puja

This sculpture embodies both the regal and protective aspects of Indra

Such figures are well known in thangka painting

MANJUSHREE Bronze while the left hand isHeight: 33 cm Weight: 4. 145 kg This finely cast gilt copper alloy sculpture, gilded with 24 karat gold, represents Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of transcendent wisdom in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. Seated in vajra posture upon a lotus base, Manjushri embodies the clarity and insight that cut through ignorance. In his right hand, he raises the flaming sword of wisdom, symbolically severing delusion and revealing ultimate truth. His left hand holds