Description
Handcrafted Statue of Amitayus | 24K Gold Gilded
This handcrafted statue of Amitayus is standing at 16.5”/42cm (Height) and 14.2”/36cm (Base). This statue is made of copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, adorned with hand-carved gemstones, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
Amitayus, the Buddha of Infinite Life, is depicted sitting in a meditative posture (vajra asana), symbolizing deep concentration and enlightenment. His hands rest in dhyana mudra, the gesture of meditation, with palms facing upward, signifying inner peace and spiritual balance. He holds a Kalasha (sacred vase) filled with the nectar of immortality, representing longevity, wisdom, and the elimination of obstacles to enlightenment. This serene and radiant imagery embodies Amitayus’ role in granting long life and spiritual realization to devoted practitioners.
Size: 16.5”/42cm (Height) x 14.2”/36cm (Base)
Weight: 5.75 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body and Handcarved Gemstones
Bodhisattva Amitayus, often associated with Amitabha Buddha in Mahayana Buddhism, embodies the principle of limitless life and health. His practice is especially cherished for its power to overcome physical and spiritual obstacles to longevity and enlightenment. Amitayus' teachings encourage practitioners to cultivate virtues and live a life of mindfulness and compassion, promising a path to liberation and the realization of one's true Buddha nature.