Description
Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture of Divine Knowledge: An Emblem of Enlightened Serenity
Measuring 17.3 inches (44 cm) in height with a 12.6-inch (32 cm) base, this Shakyamuni Buddha Sculpture of Divine Knowledge weighs 8.95 kg. The figure is handcrafted from a copper body and finished with radiant 24K gold gilding and carefully applied acrylic painting. The gold surface illuminates the Buddha’s peaceful countenance, monastic garments, graceful hands, and lotus seat, while painted accents bring definition to selected details. Its impressive scale and composed presence make the sculpture a meaningful focal point for an altar, meditation room, Dharma center, or sacred art collection.
Shakyamuni Buddha is traditionally seated in the vajra posture, expressing unwavering concentration and stability of mind. His right hand extends downward in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the earth touching gesture that recalls his victory over Mara and the moment the earth witnessed his enlightenment. His left hand rests in meditative equipoise and commonly supports an alms bowl, representing renunciation, discipline, and freedom from attachment. The ushnisha signifies awakened wisdom, his elongated earlobes recall the royal life he relinquished, and his gently lowered eyes express profound contemplation. Together, these features represent the knowledge gained through direct insight into suffering, impermanence, and the path to liberation.
Size: 17.3”/44cm (Height) x 12.6”/32cm (Base)
Weight: 8.95 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha is the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, who lived in ancient India around the 6th to 4th centuries BCE. He renounced his princely life to seek an end to suffering, attaining full enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. His teachings form the foundation of Buddhism, emphasizing the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path as means to achieve liberation from cyclic existence.