Shakyamuni the Founder of Buddhism | The Lord of Dharma
This Shakyamuni Buddha statue, the revered Founder of Buddhism, standing 49cm in height with a 34.5cm base, is made of 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.
Shakyamuni Buddha is gracefully depicted in the lotus posture (Padmasana), symbolizing his unwavering concentration and transcendence over worldly distractions. His right hand, extended toward the earth in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, signifies the pivotal moment of his enlightenment, calling upon the earth to bear witness to his awakening. Meanwhile, his left hand, resting gently in his lap in the Dhyana Mudra, holds an alms bowl, representing a profound state of meditation, mindfulness, and inner clarity—the path to ultimate wisdom and liberation.
Size: 19.3”/49 cm (Height) x 13.6”/34.5 cm (Base)
Weight: 10.94 kg
Material: 24k Gold Gilded, Copper Body, Acrylic Paintings, Handcarved 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 reach enlightenment via practice and moral behavior, from his renunciation to his enlightenment and teaching career.
