Tibetan Mahakala Statue on Horse – Rare Ashtadhatu Sculpture (12", 1900s Nepal)

Rare Antique Mahakala Statue – Tibetan God of Time & Death on Horseback

This powerful and rare Mahakala statue captures the fearsome Tibetan deity riding a horse, symbolizing swift destruction of obstacles and protection of the Dharma. Handcrafted in Nepal during the early 1900s (1900–1919) from authentic Ashtadhatu (eight-metal alloy), this gold-toned sculpture is a highly collectible piece of Buddhist tantric art.

Mahakala is revered as the protector of wisdom and the embodiment of time and death in Vajrayana Buddhism. This statue is an ideal addition for serious collectors, tantric practitioners, altar displays, or museum-level art collections.

🔍 Key Features:
Deity: Mahakala – Tibetan God of Time & Death

Material: Ashtadhatu (traditional 8-metal alloy)

Color: Gold-tone finish

Dimensions: 12 inches tall (approx.)

Time Period: 1900–1919

Origin: Nepal

Handmade: Yes

Modified: No

Use: Tantric rituals, sacred art collection, Buddhist altar decor

Condition: Excellent antique quality

Brand: Unbranded / Artisan made

✨ Why This Piece is Rare:

• Depicts Mahakala on horseback – uncommon in traditional art
• Made from sacred Ashtadhatu, used in ancient deity idols
• Over 100 years old – early 20th-century craftsmanship
• Symbolizes divine protection, time, death, and fierce compassion
• Ideal for collectors, interior designers, monks, and tantric followers

🧼 Care Instructions:

• Gently dust with a dry cloth
• Do not polish to preserve patina
• Store in dry environment away from direct moisture