Vajra (Dorje) – Tantric Buddhist Ritual Object with Filigree

The vajra is a central symbol in the iconography of Vajrayana Buddhism. It represents clarity of mind and steadfastness and is associated with the lotus in Buddhist art.

This is a five-pointed vajra, the most commonly used form in Vajrayana Buddhism, with a central axis and four outer prongs. From a rounded central element, the curved prongs extend outward and are closed.

The vajra is made of crystal and decorated with fine filigree. Small curved wire elements are assembled into continuous patterns and surround the central middle section in a ring-like arrangement. To the right and left of this, colored stones are set in band-like rings and are likewise arranged concentrically.

The vajra follows the visual traditions of Buddhist ritual art, in which function, iconographic form, and ornamental executionare brought together into a balanced whole.

Vajra, Dorje

Crystal body, decorated with filigree, silver-plated, set with colored stones. The object is patinated. Handcrafted in Nepal.

• Height: 2" / 5 cm
• Width: 5.5" / 14 cm
• Depth: 2" / 5 cm
• Weight: 271 g