Description
Shakyamuni Statue: The Historical Buddha | Emblem of Enlightened Peace
Handcrafted in Nepal, this exceptional Shakyamuni Buddha statue showcases the refined artistry and traditional craftsmanship of Himalayan artisans. Standing 30.5 cm (12 inches) tall with a 27 cm (10.6 inches) base and weighing 4.18 kg, it is meticulously crafted from a solid copper body and covered with a triple layer of 24K gold gilding, featuring deeply engraved carvings that create a magnificent three-dimensional effect. The sculpture is further enhanced with detailed acrylic painting, reflecting the precision, patience, and skill involved in every stage of its creation. The combination of premium materials, intricate hand-carved details, and luxurious gold finishing makes this statue a remarkable piece of Buddhist art, ideal for shrines, meditation spaces, temples, or collectors seeking authentic Himalayan craftsmanship.
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Gautama Buddha or Siddhartha Gautama, is the historical Buddha and the founder of Buddhism, embodying the qualities of supreme wisdom, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation. He is traditionally depicted seated upon a lotus throne, symbolizing purity, spiritual awakening, and freedom from worldly attachments. His right hand is shown in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the “earth-touching” gesture, representing the moment beneath the Bodhi tree when he attained enlightenment and called the Earth to witness his unwavering determination and victory over ignorance, delusion, and the forces of Mara. His left hand rests in his lap holding an alms bowl, symbolizing renunciation, humility, meditation, and the acceptance of the Dharma teachings. His serene expression, elongated earlobes, raised ushnisha, and simple monastic robes reflect his awakened state, profound wisdom, and detachment from worldly desires. This sacred Shakyamuni Buddha statue serves as a powerful meditation and devotional focus, inspiring practitioners to cultivate mindfulness, inner peace, compassion, and the path toward ultimate liberation.
Size: 12”/30.5cm (Height) x 10.6”/27cm (Base)
Weight: 4.18 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, is revered as the historical founder of Buddhism and the enlightened teacher who revealed the path toward liberation. After years of spiritual seeking, he attained full enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, gaining profound insight into the nature of existence. His teachings, centered on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, provide a timeless guide for overcoming suffering, cultivating wisdom, and developing compassionate awareness. His Dharma continues to inspire practitioners around the world, encouraging clarity, inner peace, and the pursuit of awakening through ethical living, meditation, and wisdom.