Himalayan Sacred Gautama Buddha Statue: Buddha of Knowledge and Power
This Sacred Gautama Buddha Statue: Buddha of Knowledge and Power, also known as the Historical Buddha, stands at 13.2 inches (33.5 cm) in height and 9.1 inches (23 cm) at the base, weighing 4.39 kg. Made from copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted in a calm, meditative state with half-closed eyes, embodying profound inner peace and an awakened presence. His right hand is in the bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), signifying the moment he called the Earth to witness his enlightenment. His left hand holds an alms bowl, symbolizing renunciation and the simplicity of the monastic path. Atop his head rests the usnisa, representing supreme wisdom, while his hair is styled in snail-like coils, referencing the well-known story of snails protecting him from the sun during prolonged meditation. He sits gracefully in the vajra posture on a moon disc lotus base, conveying stability, spiritual purity, and unwavering focus. This refined iconography honors the profound presence of the historical Buddha—serene, dignified, and deeply symbolic.
Size: 13.2”/33.5cm (Height) x 9.1”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 4.39kg
Materials: Copper Body, 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings
Gautama Buddha, also known as Shakyamuni Buddha, was a spiritual teacher and the founder of Buddhism who lived in the 5th to 6th century BCE. Born as Siddhartha Gautama in Lumbini (present-day Nepal), he renounced a life of luxury to seek the truth about suffering and liberation. After years of deep meditation and ascetic practices, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya. From that moment, he became known as Buddha, which means “The Awakened One” in Sanskrit. He taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path as the way to overcome suffering and achieve nirvana—the state of freedom from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. Shakyamuni Buddha’s teachings continue to guide millions worldwide on their spiritual journey toward inner peace, wisdom, and compassion.
