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Hand-Carved Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture | Beacon of Inner Peace
A finely detailed expression of awakening and tranquility, this Hand-Carved Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture showcases the exceptional artistry of Himalayan Buddhist craftsmanship. Measuring 38.5 cm (15.16 inches) in height with a 23 cm (9.06 inches) base and weighing 3.8 kg, it features a copper body enhanced with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect, and detailed acrylic painting. The luminous gold surface highlights the serene expression, meditation posture, flowing robes, and symbolic details, while the deep carvings create remarkable texture and dimension. The acrylic painting adds refined color and definition to selected elements, reflecting the skill and dedication of Himalayan artisans in creating a sacred representation of enlightenment, wisdom, and inner peace.
Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha and founder of Buddhist teachings, represents wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation from suffering. His sacred form reflects the journey toward enlightenment through meditation, discipline, and profound realization of the nature of existence. He is depicted seated in the vajra posture (lotus posture), symbolizing unwavering stability, deep meditation, and awakened awareness. His right hand forms the Bhumisparsha Mudra (earth-touching gesture), representing the moment of enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree when he called the Earth to witness his awakening and victory over ignorance and delusion, while his left hand rests in the Dhyana Mudra, symbolizing concentration, renunciation, and inner peace. His serene expression, ushnisha, urna, elongated earlobes, and monastic robes reflect the traditional marks of an awakened being. This sacred representation inspires practitioners to cultivate wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and the path toward complete liberation.
Size: 15.16”/38.5cm (Height) x 9.06”/23cm (Base)
Weight: 3.8 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Siddhartha Gautama, known as Shakyamuni Buddha, was the historical founder of Buddhism. Born a prince in Lumbini, Nepal, he renounced worldly life to seek an end to suffering. Through deep meditation and profound insight, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, teaching the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path as a means to liberation for all beings.
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