Chakrasamvara Gilt Copper Figure of Chakrasamvara. Nepal, 15th/16th Century. 8 5/8 in. (22 cm) high (via Bonhams)
The vision of Twelve-armed Samvara in ecstatic, dance-like embrace with his consort Vajravarahi is one of the most exquisite subjects in Vajrayana Buddhist art. Meaning "Wheel of Bliss" in Sanskrit, the union of the two deities is known as Chakrasamvara, as represented in this near-complete example.
The deities embody the attainment of the Highest Yoga Tantra tradition (Anuttarayoga Tantra) and Tibetan Buddhism's supreme ideal: the skilled union of perfect wisdom (Vajravarahi) and compassion (Samvara).









