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Himalayan Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture for Inner Peace and Enlightenment
This Himalayan Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture reflects the refined artistry and traditional craftsmanship of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. Measuring 14 cm (5.5 inches) in height with a 10 cm (3.9 inches) base and weighing 0.52 kg, it features a copper body enhanced with 24K gold gilding and detailed acrylic painting. The copper foundation allows for precise sculptural detailing, while the radiant gold surface highlights Shakyamuni Buddha’s serene expression, meditative posture, flowing robes, and intricate ornamental details. The acrylic painting adds definition and subtle depth to selected features, enhancing the overall refinement of the piece. The combination of skilled copper craftsmanship, gold gilding, and traditional painting reflects the patience, dedication, and artistry of Himalayan artisans in creating this sacred representation of wisdom, inner peace, and enlightenment.
The historical Buddha and founder of the Buddhist teachings, embodies wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation from suffering. Born as Prince Siddhartha Gautama, he renounced his royal life in search of the truth of existence and attained complete enlightenment through profound meditation and insight beneath the Bodhi tree. He is traditionally depicted seated in the stable vajra posture (vajrasana), symbolizing inner stillness, unwavering awareness, and the realization of awakening. His right hand forms the Bhumisparsha Mudra (earth-touching gesture), representing the moment he called the Earth to witness his enlightenment and victory over ignorance, illusion, and inner obstacles, while his left hand rests in the meditation gesture, often holding an alms bowl symbolizing renunciation and disciplined practice. 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, inner peace, and the path toward complete liberation.
Size: 5.5”/14cm (Height) x 3.9”/10cm (Base)
Weight: 0.52 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, born as Siddhartha Gautama, is the historical founder of Buddhism and the teacher of the current age. After witnessing the inherent suffering of worldly life, he renounced his princely status to seek liberation, eventually attaining full awakening under the Bodhi tree. His teachings on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path remain the cornerstone of Buddhist practice, guiding beings toward the cessation of suffering and the realization of ultimate peace.
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