MANJUSHREE Bronze and moksha (spiritual liberation)

and moksha (spiritual liberation)

On the day of Laxmi Puja

with areas of natural wear revealing the copper alloy beneath

reflecting his life of solitude in Himalayan caves

This sculpture embodies both the regal and protective aspects of Indra

MANJUSHREE Bronze and moksha (spiritual liberation)Height: 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