Light of Asia Shakyamuni Buddha Enlightened One Statue | The Teacher of Liberation
The Shakyamuni Buddha Enlightened One statue is a peaceful and powerful centerpiece for any meditation space or Buddhist shrine. This statue is handcrafted with meticulous detail, and features a copper body covered with triple layer 24K gold gilding and elaborate gold and acrylic paintwork with deeply engraved 3D-like carvings. It weighs 6.04 kg and measures 16.1"/41cm in height and 11.4"/29cm at the base, demonstrating the remarkable craftsmanship of Patan, Nepal, which is known for its rich Buddhist artistic heritage.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted sitting in the lotus pose (padmasana), indicating his steady concentration and mastery over the distractions of the material world. The halo behind Shakyamuni Buddha's head symbolizes his divine wisdom. His right hand stretched toward the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, represents his moment of enlightenment, inviting the earth to witness his waking. The left hand, lying gently in his lap in dhyana mudra, depicts the profound state of meditation and mindfulness that leads to insight and clarity.
Size: 16.1”/41cm (Height) x 11.4”/29cm (Base)
Weight: 6.04 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Shakyamuni Buddha, rediscovered the Middle Way and is regarded as the enlightened one who established Buddhism. His teachings on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path have helped numerous people comprehend the nature of suffering, its causes, and the way to liberation. Shakyamuni's life exemplifies the possibility for all beings to reach enlightenment via practice and moral behavior, from his renunciation to his enlightenment and teaching career.
