Golden Gautama Buddha Statue: The Enlightened One
This Gautama Buddha Statue stands 21.7 inches (55 cm) tall and 13.4 inches (34 cm) wide at the base, weighing 12.56 kg. Meticulously handcrafted from a copper body and covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. and intricate gold and acrylic paintings, the statue is a striking example of fine Nepali craftsmanship. Seated in a serene meditative pose, it represents the profound awakening of Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha, who discovered the path to liberation through wisdom, ethical conduct, and deep meditation. Ideal for altars, sacred spaces, or contemplative environments, this statue serves as a powerful symbol of peace, insight, and spiritual transformation.
Shakyamuni Buddha, the Enlightened One, is beautifully captured seated in the serene padmāsana, or lotus posture, atop a lotus base that symbolizes purity and spiritual elevation. His right hand reaches down in the bhumisparsha mudrā—the iconic earth-touching gesture that marks the very moment he attained enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree. Meanwhile, his left hand cradles an alms bowl, a humble reminder of renunciation and the compassionate path of giving. This statue invites you to reflect on the timeless story of awakening and the gentle strength that comes from mindful generosity.
Size: 21.7”/55cm (Height) x 13.4”/34cm (Base)
Weight: 12.56 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, is the historical founder of Buddhism and is revered as the Awakened One. Born as a prince in ancient India, he renounced worldly life to seek the truth about suffering and liberation. After deep meditation under the Bodhi tree, he attained enlightenment (bodhi) and taught the path to end suffering through the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. Shakyamuni’s teachings emphasize mindfulness, compassion, wisdom, and ethical living as the way to attain nirvana—freedom from the cycle of birth and death. His life and teachings form the foundation of Buddhist philosophy and practice worldwide.
