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A Serene Handmade Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture for Altar: Inspiring Inner Peace
This Handmade Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture for Altar measures 25.2”/64cm in height and 20.1”/51cm at the base, weighing 22.1 kg. Handcrafted from a copper body, this substantial Himalayan Buddhist sculpture is richly finished with 24K gold gilding and detailed acrylic painting. Shakyamuni Buddha is seated in vajra posture upon an intricately carved lotus pedestal, with a serene expression, gently lowered gaze, elongated earlobes, tightly curled hair, and a clearly defined ushnisha. His monastic robe is carefully rendered with flowing folds and finely detailed borders, while the radiant gold gilding highlights the facial features, robe, hands, lotus petals, and ornamental carving. Subtle acrylic painting adds definition and depth to selected areas of the sculpture, enhancing the traditional Himalayan aesthetic. Its impressive scale, balanced proportions, and detailed craftsmanship make this sculpture especially suited as a central piece for a Buddhist altar, meditation hall, Dharma center, monastery, shrine, or sacred collection.
This sacred representation portrays Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha and teacher who attained enlightenment and taught the Dharma as a path toward liberation. He is depicted in the bhumisparsha mudra, with his right hand lowered toward the earth while his left hand rests in his lap. This earth-touching gesture recalls the moment of his awakening beneath the Bodhi tree, when Shakyamuni called the earth to bear witness to his realization. His calm expression and meditative posture represent inner stillness, concentration, and awakened awareness. The ushnisha symbolizes his profound spiritual realization, while the elongated earlobes recall his former royal life and his renunciation of worldly privilege. His simple monastic robe reflects his life as a renunciant and teacher, while the lotus throne represents purity and liberation. Together, these features express Shakyamuni Buddha’s awakening, wisdom, compassion, and the profound teachings that form the foundation of Buddhist practice.
Size: 25.2”/64cm (Height) x 20.1”/51cm (Base)
Weight: 22.1 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded , Acrylic Painting , Copper Body
Siddhartha Gautama, known as Shakyamuni Buddha, was the historical founder of Buddhism. Born in ancient Nepal, his journey from princely life to asceticism culminated in enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. His teachings established the core tenets of Buddhist philosophy, centered on understanding suffering, its causes, and the path to liberation.