Handmade Shakyamuni Buddha Statue | The Awakened One
Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha and founder of the Buddhist teachings, embodies wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation from suffering. This 50-year-old sacred sculpture was meticulously crafted by skilled Himalayan artisans using a copper body with 24K gold gilding and an antique finish, measuring 11.6”/29.5 cm in height × 9.3”/23.5 cm in base and weighing 3.42 kg. Depicted seated in the vajra posture, his right hand forms the Bhumisparsha Mudra (earth-touching gesture), symbolizing his enlightenment and victory over ignorance, while his left hand rests in meditation, representing renunciation and inner discipline. His serene expression, ushnisha, urna, elongated earlobes, and monastic robes reflect the traditional marks of an awakened being, making this sacred artwork a meaningful representation of wisdom, peace, and the path toward liberation.
The historical Buddha and founder of the Buddhist teachings embodies wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation from suffering. Born as Prince Siddhartha Gautama, he renounced his royal life in search of the truth and attained complete enlightenment through profound meditation and insight beneath the Bodhi tree. He is traditionally depicted seated in the stable vajra posture (vajrasana), symbolizing inner stillness, unwavering awareness, and awakened realization. His right hand forms the Bhumisparsha Mudra (earth-touching gesture), representing the moment he called the Earth to witness his enlightenment and victory over ignorance, delusion, and inner obstacles, while his left hand rests in the meditation gesture, often holding an alms bowl symbolizing renunciation and disciplined practice. His serene expression, ushnisha, urna, elongated earlobes, and monastic robes reflect the traditional marks of an awakened being. This sacred representation inspires practitioners to cultivate wisdom, compassion, inner peace, and the path toward complete liberation.
Size: 11.6”/29.5cm (Height) x 9.3”/23.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.42 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Antique Finish
Age: 45-50 Years Old
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.
