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Maitreya Buddha Statue Future of Compassion – A Beacon of Hope and Universal Love
This Maitreya Buddha Statue Future of Compassion stands at 14.5”/37cm in height and 11.2”/28.5cm at the base, weighing 5.62 kg. This premium sculpture is handcrafted from a copper body, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. It is further enhanced with acrylic painting, silver plating, and carefully placed gemstones. The sculpture features an intricately carved crown topped with a stupa, finely detailed robes, elaborate jewelry, lotus flowers, and a richly ornamented multi-tiered lotus pedestal. The contrasting silver-plated details and gemstone accents enhance the depth of the radiant gilded surface, while the precisely carved ornamental patterns demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship of traditional Himalayan Buddhist sculpture.
This sacred depiction portrays Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future, who is associated with loving-kindness, compassion, and the continuation of the Buddha’s teachings. He is shown seated serenely upon a richly decorated lotus pedestal, with his hands held before the chest in a teaching gesture, expressing the transmission of Dharma. Lotus stems rise beside his shoulders, supporting sacred attributes including the Dharma wheel and the vessel associated with Maitreya, symbolizing the preservation and future flourishing of Buddhist teachings. The small stupa crowning his head is a distinctive attribute associated with Maitreya and represents his connection with the future Buddha lineage. His peaceful expression, elaborate crown, celestial ornaments, finely patterned robes, and lotus throne emphasize his enlightened Bodhisattva form and his role as a future Buddha who will appear to renew the Dharma and guide beings toward awakening.
Size: 14.5”/37cm (Height) x 11.2”/28.5cm (Base)
Weight: 5.62 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Silver Plating, Gemstones
Maitreya is recognized as the Bodhisattva who will be the next Buddha, destined to appear on Earth in the distant future. He currently resides in the Tushita heaven, teaching the Dharma to other celestial beings. His name means "loving-kindness," reflecting his primary virtue and his future role in guiding humanity toward an age of universal compassion and peace.