Masterfully Crafted 24K Gold-Gilded Shakyamuni Sculpture | A Majestic Expression of Sacred Buddhist Art

Specifications

• Height: 35.8”/91cm

• Base Width: 25.1”/64cm

• Weight: 30.95 kg

• Material: 24K Gold-Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Handcarved Gemstones

• Technique: Lost-wax Casting

• Origin: Patan, Nepal

Crown Shakyamuni Buddha Iconography

This magnificent crowned form combines the serenity of Buddhahood with an elaborate royal presentation.

• Posture: Seated in the full lotus posture upon a highly ornate throne, expressing meditative stability, awakening, and complete realization.

• Right Hand – Bhumisparsha Mudra: The right hand touches the earth, recalling the moment of enlightenment when the Earth was called to witness the Buddha’s victory over Mara.

• Left Hand – Dhyana Mudra: The left hand rests in the lap holding the alms bowl, symbolizing meditation, renunciation, spiritual nourishment, and disciplined practice.

• Crown and Buddha Features: The elaborate jeweled crown emphasizes the majestic crowned form, while the serene expression, urna, elongated earlobes, ushnisha, and tightly curled hair represent wisdom, spiritual insight, and awakened consciousness.

• Robes and Ornaments: The richly patterned robes, necklaces, earrings, armlets, bracelets, and other ornamental details give the figure a distinguished and majestic appearance while retaining the traditional iconography of Buddhahood.

• Aureole: The expansive aureole behind the figure is richly decorated with intricate floral scrollwork, sacred motifs, ornamental figures, and colorful gemstone details, creating an elaborate sacred frame.

• Throne: The multi-tiered throne is an important part of the composition, featuring raised turquoise lotus-petal motifs accented with small red details, geometric engraved borders, intricate floral and scrolling patterns, and finely carved decorative panels.

• Throne Panels: The lower sections contain detailed sculptural imagery, including elephants and human or celestial figures, surrounded by ornamental carving. These panels add narrative and decorative richness to the throne while emphasizing the grandeur of the sacred seat.

• Lotus Base: Multiple layers of lotus petals and ornamental bands form the foundation, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening while giving the sculpture a monumental presence.

Craftsmanship

This exceptional sculpture reflects the refined craftsmanship of traditional Nepalese sacred metalwork, created in Patan, Nepal, using the traditional lost-wax casting technique. The sculpture features a copper body with 24K gold gilding, acrylic painting, and handcarved gemstones. It is covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. The intricate crown, jewelry, robe patterns, aureole, and throne are meticulously carved and hand-finished, while the carefully set gemstones add rich color and depth to the gilded surface. The combination of precise modeling, deep engraving, detailed ornamentation, and meticulous finishing reflects the skill and patience of master Nepalese artisans.