Shakyamuni Buddha Statue: Founder of the Dharma
This Shakyamuni Buddha Statue, representing the Founder of the Dharma, stands 13”/33cm tall with a base width of 9.1”/23cm and weighs 4.33 kg. Crafted from oxidized copper and beautifully detailed with gold and acrylic paintings, this statue reflects the skilled craftsmanship of Nepali artisans. Ideal for altars and meditation spaces, it serves as a powerful symbol of enlightenment and the profound teachings of the historical Buddha, inspiring practitioners on their spiritual path.
This Shakyamuni Buddha Statue is depicted seated in padmāsana (lotus posture) on a lotus base, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. His right hand is shown in bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), representing the moment of enlightenment when he called the earth to witness his awakening. The left hand holds an alms bowl, symbolizing renunciation and the monastic life. This classic iconography embodies Shakyamuni Buddha’s path to enlightenment and his role as the founder of the Dharma.
Size: 13”/33cm (Height) × 9.1”/23cm (Width)
Weight: 4.33kg
Material: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, is the historical founder of Buddhism and the enlightened teacher who shared the path to liberation from suffering. Born as a prince in ancient India, he renounced worldly life to seek spiritual awakening and attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. His teachings, known as the Dharma, provide guidance on ethics, meditation, and wisdom to help beings overcome suffering and attain Nirvana. Revered worldwide, Shakyamuni Buddha embodies compassion, wisdom, and the transformative power of spiritual practice.
