Handcrafted Naga Buddha Statue – Buddha Protected by Mucalinda
This Mucalinda Buddha Statue is handcrafted by master sculptor Bikash Khadgi, with the finishing completed by Gyanendra Shakya. Made using the traditional lost wax casting technique of Patan, Nepal, this statue portrays the well-known story of Shakyamuni Buddha being protected by Mucalinda, the king of the nagas, during a powerful storm. Inspired by the sacred Muchalinda Lake (Lotus Pond) in Bodhgaya, it is a meaningful addition to Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, temples, and sacred art collections.
Iconography of the Mucalinda Buddha Statue
This statue depicts the moment when Shakyamuni Buddha continued his meditation despite heavy rain and rising floodwaters. Mucalinda emerged from beneath the earth, coiled his body beneath the Buddha to lift him above the water, and spread his cobra hoods overhead to shelter him until the storm had passed.
The Buddha is seated in Dhyana Mudra (Meditation Gesture) with half-closed eyes and a peaceful expression. He sits upon a lotus base beneath the protective cobra hoods of Mucalinda, faithfully representing one of the most recognized stories in Buddhist tradition.
Specifications
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Height: 26" (66 cm)
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Base Width: 16.5" (42 cm)
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Weight: 24.37 kg
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Material: Copper Body, 24K Fire Gold Plated, Special Acrylic Paintings, Antique Finish
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Technique: Traditional Lost Wax Casting
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Origin: Patan, Nepal
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Sculptor: Bikash Khadgi
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Finishing: Gyanendra Shakya
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Inspiration: Muchalinda Lake (Lotus Pond), Bodhgaya
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Date of creation: 2018
Traditional Nepalese Craftsmanship
This one-of-a-kind Mucalinda Buddha Statue is handcrafted using Nepal's centuries-old lost wax casting tradition. Sculpted by Bikash Khadgi and finished by Gyanendra Sakya, every detail is individually created by hand, making each statue unique. It is completed with 24K fire gold plating, special acrylic paintings, and an antique finish that highlights the intricate craftsmanship while preserving the rich artistic heritage of Nepalese Buddhist metalwork.