Handmade Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha | Traditional Himalayan Art
This Handmade Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha statue, the historical founder of Buddhism, is often depicted in statues that reflect his serene and enlightened nature. This handcrafted statue is from Patan, Nepal, and is renowned for its exceptional artistry. This particular piece is meticulously crafted from oxidized copper, and we can see there is a beautiful gold and acrylic painting on his face. Crafted by expert Nepalese artisans, this sacred item embodies the rich traditions of Himalayan Buddhism, making it an important addition to altars, meditation areas, or sacred collections.
Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted sitting in the lotus pose (padmasana), indicating his steady concentration and mastery over the distractions of the material world. His right hand stretched toward the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, represents his moment of enlightenment, inviting the earth to witness his waking. The left hand, lying gently in his lap in dhyana mudra holding an alms bowl depicts the profound state of meditation and mindfulness that leads to insight and clarity.
Size: 13.8”/35cm (Height) x 11.8”/30cm (Base)
Weight: 3.312 kg
Material: Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plated
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.
