Hand Made Copper Alloy with Gold Gilded and Hand Painted Face 21.5" Kurukulla Statue

Kurukulla Statue

 Kurukulla – Goddess of Enchantments

Kurukulla is an aspect of Tara, and she is also known as Red Tara. Her Tibetan name is Rigjyedma, meaning "she who is the cause of knowledge." She comes to the aid of heartbroken lovers, bringing comfort and assistance to fractured relationships. She has a powerful seductive magnetism and is potently attractive and enchanting to both men and women. She bestows these qualities upon her followers, enabling them to sway others to their wishes and thereby fulfill their desires. Her powerful charms also enable her to compassionately lead straying practitioners back to the path of Dharma. She is considered to be the embodiment of the radiant enlightened power that overwhelms and overpowers all ordinary appearances. It is believed that ten thousand recitations of her mantra, Om Kurukulle Hum Hrin Svaha, grants all virtuous wishes.

Gestures and Attributes

Kurukulla dances seductively with her right leg raised, treading upon a vanquished human form that represents obstacles, both outer and inner. She has four arms and holds various weapons indicating her powers to bewitch and ensnare the hearts of men and women. With two hands, she draws a bow made of flower garlands, and she prepares to shoot a beautiful arrow whose shaft is made of flowers and whose flight is made of leaves. Her other left hand holds a lasso and her right hand holds a flower-goad (or sometimes a flower-hook). These implements enable her to catch, subjugate, and guide practitioners who have strayed from the path of Dharma. They also symbolize her ability to favorably influence and incline the minds of others to aid and protect her followers. She wears a beautiful drape made from a tiger skin, indicating her abandonment of hatred. She is also adorned with a long necklace of fifty freshly-severed human heads because she vanquishes the fifty negative emotions. She is surrounded by a blazing fire of exalted wisdom, and she stands upon a lotus flower, demonstrating her primordial purity and enlightened awareness.

About this Sculpture

Expertly cast from copper alloy using the esteemed Lost Wax Method, this sculpture is a breathtaking representation of Kurukulla—the enchanting goddess of magnetizing and empowerment. Embellished with exquisite 24-karat gold gilding and adorned with a delicately hand-painted face, it showcases a harmonious fusion of spirituality and exceptional artistry.

Every detail of this handcrafted masterpiece reflects the profound skill and devotion of its creators. The intricate carvings bring Kurukulla’s dynamic posture to life, while the radiant finish achieved through meticulous gilding and painting exudes grace and power. This statue stands as a testament to the artisans’ dedication to their craft and the spiritual significance of their work.

Individually crafted in Patan, Nepal, by master artisans of the Shakya clan—renowned worldwide for their expertise in sacred art—this exceptional piece embodies unparalleled craftsmanship and cultural heritage. These artisans skillfully blend ancient metalworking techniques with modern precision, ensuring that each sculpture reflects a legacy passed down through countless generations.

A divine expression of beauty, magnetism, and spiritual significance, this representation of Kurukulla transcends being merely a statue; it is a timeless work of art capturing the essence of Nepal’s rich artisanal and spiritual traditions.