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Handcrafted Golden Gautama Buddha | Sage of the Shakyas
This Handcrafted Golden Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha also known as Gautama buddha measures 13.0”/33cm in height and 9.4”/24cm at the base, and weighs 3.81 kg. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepalese artisans, it features a copper body adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings. This elegant piece is perfect for placement on altars, in meditation spaces, or as a meaningful decorative centerpiece.
In his iconography, Shakyamuni Buddha, known as the "Sage of the Shakya Clan," is portrayed with great grace, emphasizing his origins in the Shakya lineage—where "Muni" means sage. He is depicted seated on a lotus throne atop a moon disc, symbolizing spiritual awakening and inner purity. His right hand extends toward the earth in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, representing the moment of his enlightenment and triumph over illusion. His left hand rests calmly in his lap, holding an alms bowl, a symbol of renunciation, contentment, and detachment from material desires. Atop his head is the Ushnisha, a raised crown-like shape that symbolizes his supreme wisdom and spiritual enlightenment. Depicted in the Vajra posture, Shakyamuni Buddha embodies steadfast meditation, unshakable wisdom, and the serene strength of the enlightened mind.
Size: 13.0”/33cm (Height) x 9.4”/24cm (Base)
Weight: 3.81 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Gautama Buddha, is the historical founder of Buddhism and the embodiment of enlightenment. Born as Siddhartha Gautama, he renounced a life of luxury to seek the truth, ultimately attaining enlightenment and sharing his teachings with the world. His iconic earth-touching gesture signifies his triumph over Mara, the embodiment of worldly distractions, and his connection to the Earth as a witness to his enlightenment. Shakyamuni Buddha’s teachings on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path continue to guide practitioners toward liberation from suffering.