Hand-Carved Maitreya Buddha Statue for Meditation and Rituals
This exquisite statue of Maitreya Buddha is a stunning portrayal of the future Buddha in the Buddhist tradition. Crafted by skilled artisans using traditional Himalayan techniques, the statue is made of copper and features a bright golden gilding, giving it a radiant appearance. Maitreya Buddha is depicted seated on a throne and resting his legs atop a moon disc lotus seat. With his hands, he is performing the 'Dharmachakra mudra,' representing the Wheel of Dharma, which is the symbol of Buddha's teachings. The intricate details of the statue, from the folds of Maitreya's robe to the patterns on the throne, showcase the exceptional artistry of the craftsmen who made it. He is bejeweled with precious gemstones like the turquoise meticulously placed by our artists.
We can guarantee that the statue was made using only the best materials and will last a very long time. The ideal Buddhist shrine addition can be a meditative accompaniment for yourself or any devotee.
Size: 16.3"/41.5cm (Height) x 8.2"/21cm (Base)
Weight: 4.75 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings
Maitreya, in the Buddhist tradition, the future Buddha, presently a bodhisattva residing in the Tushita heaven, who will descend to earth to preach the dharma (“law”) anew when the teachings of Gautama Buddha have completely decayed. Maitreya is the earliest Bodhisattva around whom a cult developed and is mentioned in scriptures from the 3rd century CE. He was accepted by all schools of Buddhism and is still the only bodhisattva generally honored by the Theravada tradition.
