Statue Of Shakyamuni Buddha, Peaceful Meditation Idol | Himalayan Buddhism Art
Shakyamuni Buddha, Peaceful Meditation Idol stands 15.0 inches (38 cm) tall with a broad base measuring 12.6 inches (32 cm), and weighs a substantial 8.15 kilograms, offering a strong and dignified presence. Crafted from a copper, covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, and carved with deeply engraved carvings that produce a magnificent 3D-like effect. This sculpture, adorned with hand-carved gemstones, handcrafted by expert Nepalese artisans, elegantly symbolizes Himalayan Buddhism's sacred traditions, making it an appropriate addition to altars, meditation places, or sacred collections.
The statue depicts Gautama Buddha in a serene seated posture upon a lotus base, symbolizing purity and spiritual elevation. His right hand touches the earth in the bhūmisparśa mudrā, the "earth-touching gesture," signifying the moment of his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, as he calls the Earth to witness his victory over Māra. His left hand rests in his lap holding an alms bowl, representing renunciation and the monastic path. Adorning his crown is the uṣṇīṣa, a cranial protuberance symbolizing his awakened wisdom. This iconography reflects the profound spiritual realization and inner peace that defines the historical Buddha.
Size: 15.0”/38cm (Height) x 12.6”/32cm (Base)
Weight: 8.15 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Gemstones
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 attain enlightenment through practice and moral behavior, from his renunciation to his enlightenment and subsequent teaching career.
