Handmade Crowned Lord Shakyamuni Buddha | Embodiment of Wisdom
This handmade Crowned Lord Shakyamuni Buddha Statue, also known as the Sage of the Shakya Clan, measures 13.8”/35cm in height and 11.6”/29.5cm at the base and weighs 5.72 kg. Made from 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 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.
This Shakyamuni Buddha statue, known as the "Sage of the Shakya Clan," depicts the historical Buddha in a moment of profound enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree. Seated in the Vajra posture (Padmasana) atop a lotus base, he symbolizes purity and spiritual awakening. His right hand reaches toward the earth in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, calling the Earth to witness his awakening, while his left hand rests in his lap holding an alms bowl, signifying renunciation. The Buddha’s elongated earlobes reflect his royal origins. Once adorned with heavy jewelry, they now symbolize his renunciation of material wealth and deep compassion for all beings. Crowning his head is an ornate five-Dhyani Buddha crown, a symbolic feature representing enlightened awareness and spiritual sovereignty. He is adorned with finely detailed ornaments, including earrings, necklaces, armlets, and anklets, symbolizing the inner wealth of enlightened qualities such as generosity, morality, patience, and meditative concentration. His calm, serene expression radiates deep inner peace and meditative stillness. This finely crafted statue embodies tranquility, awakening, and spiritual insight, making it an ideal addition to altars, meditation areas, or spaces dedicated to inner reflection.
Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) x 11.6”/29.5cm (Base)
Weight: 5.72 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
Shakyamuni Buddha is the historical Buddha, born Siddhartha Gautama in Nepal in the 6th–5th century BCE. "Shakyamuni" means "Sage of the Shakya Clan," referring to his royal lineage. After renouncing his princely life in search of truth, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India, and became the Buddha—the "Awakened One." He taught the path to liberation from suffering through the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, laying the foundation for Buddhism.
