Chenrezig with companion in Yab-Yum

Chenrezig, also known as Khadchheri, is an incarnation of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, who is also known as the six-syllable Lokeshvara. The six syllables of his mantra OM MANI PADME HUM are considered especially powerful and are often carved into rock walls or recited by devotees. Avalokiteshvara embodies great compassion.

The Chenrezig statue sits in full lotus position, Padma Asana, on a lotus base. The female figure sits facing him on his lap. Chenrezig is depicted with four arms, holding a rosary in his right hand and a fully bloomed lotus in his left hand. He holds the magic jewel Cintamani, which grants wishes, with his palms together. His companion holds a skull cup in her left hand and a knife called Kartika in her right hand. Both wear the full adornments of a Bodhisattva, the five-pointed crown, earrings, and malas. On his head, in his hair, is a small figure of Amitabha Buddha. Her face has a third eye on the forehead.

The robe of Chenrezig and the lotus base are adorned with fine silver filigree ornaments and colored stones. The base is finished with a border made of set turquoise, coral, and lapis lazuli.

OM MANI PADME HUM, which means 'Hail to the jewel in the lotus'.
Lokeshvara, which means 'Lord of the World'.

Chenrezig Yab-Yum

Statue made of copper, cast using the traditional lost-wax process, decorated with fine filigree, gold- and silver-plated, accented with turquoise, coral, and lapis lazuli stones. The statue is patinated for an antique finish. The faces are set in gold. Handmade in Nepal.

• Height: 16 cm
• Width: 12 cm
• Depth: 9 cm
• Weight: 1,130 g

NOTE
The facial painting is a cold gold application and water-soluble.