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Handcrafted Oxidized Copper Statue of Wisdom Icon Shakyamuni Buddha
This Handcrafted Oxidized Copper Statue of Wisdom Icon Shakyamuni Buddha measures 5.5”/14cm in height and 4.3”/11cm at the base, weighing 0.52 kg. Made from oxidized copper, it features a subdued, antique finish that highlights the serene and meditative presence of the historical Buddha. Expertly crafted by skilled Nepali artisans, this statue reflects traditional craftsmanship and makes a refined addition to personal altars, meditation spaces, or spiritual decor collections.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted in a calm, meditative state with half-closed eyes, embodying profound inner peace and an awakened presence. His right hand is in the bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), signifying the moment he called the Earth to witness his enlightenment. His left hand holds an alms bowl, symbolizing renunciation and the simplicity of the monastic path. Atop his head rests the uṣṇīṣa, representing supreme wisdom, while his hair is styled in snail-like coils, referencing the well-known story of snails protecting him from the sun during prolonged meditation. He sits gracefully in the vajra posture on a moon disc lotus base, conveying stability, spiritual purity, and unwavering focus. This refined iconography honors the profound presence of the historical Buddha—serene, dignified, and deeply symbolic.
Size: 5.5”/14cm (Height) x 4.3”/11cm (Base)
Weight: 0.52 kg
Materials: Oxidized Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, is the historical founder of Buddhism. Born as a prince in ancient India, he renounced worldly life in search of the truth behind suffering and liberation. After years of deep meditation and ascetic practice, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree and became known as Shakyamuni, meaning "Sage of the Shakya Clan."