Unique, handmade, old bronze figurine depicting the face of Mahakala.
Mahakala is a deity known in Hinduism and Buddhism. He is often depicted as a fierce, terrifying creature, embodying the wrathful dynamics of deities such as Shiva. Also Mahakala can be seen as a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, a boddhisattva representing the embodiment of universal compassion, who realized his peaceful methods were too mild to subdue the degenerate beings and thus manifested in a wrathful form to accomplish his compassionate intentions.
In Tibetan buddhism Mahakala is seen as a powerful protector of the dharma, which is one of the reasons why masks like this often can be found at the entrance of temples and monasteries.
Also in traditional shamanism, such as the lineage of Spirit of Wolf, depictions of Mahakala (and other wrathful deities) can be found. Here they are also connected with Erlik Han, lord of the Underworld, and as such used in black shamanic work.
Symbolism that can often be found in depictions of Mahakala is for example; a third eye, representing clear, true vision and insights, not clouded by the distractions and illusions of the human mind and ego. And a crown with five skulls, representing the five 'poisonous delusions': anger, desire, ignorance, jealousy, and pride. And Mahakala is often depicted in black; the total absence of color, in which all colors just disappear, symbolizing the ultimate, absolute truth.
This figurine is made from bronze and very heavy weight; a stunning 399 grams. It comes from Nepal, has been handmade and is quite unique in its appearance. The bronze head has been made into a standing figurine by adding a simple wooden stand to it. Of course, because of it age, some damages and imperfections can be seen. But this doesn't in any way diminish the raw, intense power that radiates from it.
Size; aproximately 11 centimeters high, 9 centimeters wide and 4 centimeters deep.
Only one available.
