Traditional Himalayan Statue of Lotus Buddha (Shakyamuni Buddha)
The Lotus Buddha (Shakyamuni Buddha) Statue is a traditional piece of art that Nepalese artists handcrafted. It features a copper statue gilded with 24k genuine gold on the face and small gemstones over the kasaya robes that the Buddha is wearing. The figure has a peaceful and serene expression, representing the Buddha's nature. The statue depicts the Buddha holding an alms bowl in his left hand and his right hand slightly touching the ground, which symbolizes the attainment of enlightenment. The intricate design patterns of the robes and lotus flower are highlighted in the statue's design, resulting from the intricate carvings on the figure.
Size: 8.66"/22cm (Height) x 5.9"/15cm (Base)
Weight: 1.74 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings
Shakyamuni Buddha has spent countless eons engaging in various Bodhisattva acts to achieve enlightenment. He is considered the founder of Buddhism, and most Buddhist schools see him as a savior, the Enlightened One who unearthed an old path to liberate oneself from clinging and craving and break the cycle of birth and rebirth.