Sacred Statue of Buddha Shakyamuni: An Emblem of Enlightened Peace
This exquisite Buddha Shakyamuni statue, handcrafted in Nepal by skilled artisans, stands 6.8” (17.5 cm) tall with a 5.3” (13.5 cm) base and weighs 1.12 kg. Made from a sturdy copper body, it is lavishly gilded in 24K gold and accented with subtle acrylic paintings that highlight its serene features. Radiating tranquil wisdom, its meditative posture invites quiet contemplation, bringing harmony and spiritual presence to any space.
The iconography of this sacred Buddha Shakyamuni statue features the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the "earth-touching" gesture. This mudra symbolises the moment of the Buddha's enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, when he called upon the earth to witness his awakening, representing unwavering resolve and deep spiritual insight. This statue acts as a tangible reminder of the path to enlightenment and the potential for inner peace within us all.
Size: 6.8”/17.5cm (Height) x 5.3”/13.5cm (Base)
Weight: 1.12 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha refers to Siddhartha Gautama, the historical founder of Buddhism, who lived in ancient India between the sixth and fourth centuries BCE. Having achieved complete enlightenment, he spent the remainder of his life teaching the Dharma, the path to liberation from suffering, making him the central figure of Buddhist veneration and study.