Radiant Golden Statue of Historical Gautama Buddha
This radiant golden statue of historical Gautama Buddha stands at 8.7”/22cm in height and 6.3”/16cm at the base, weighing 1.50 kg. Crafted from copper with 24K gold gilding and intricate gold and acrylic paintings, it showcases the expert workmanship of skilled Nepalese artisans. Perfect for meditation spaces, altars, or as a meaningful spiritual decor, this statue embodies peace, enlightenment, and timeless Buddhist tradition.
Shakyamuni Buddha is portrayed in a serene, meditative pose with half-closed eyes, reflecting deep inner peace and awakened awareness. His right hand forms the bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), symbolizing the moment he called the Earth to bear witness to his enlightenment. His left hand holds an alms bowl, representing renunciation and the simplicity of the monastic life. A golden royal crown adorns his head, along with the uṣṇīṣa, which signifies supreme wisdom. He sits gracefully in the vajra posture on a moon disc lotus base, embodying stability, spiritual purity, and unwavering focus. This elegant iconography honors the profound presence of the historical Buddha, calm, dignified, and richly symbolic.
Size: 8.7”/22cm (Height) x 6.3”/16cm (Base)
Weight: 1.50 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Shakyamuni Buddha renounced his royal life to pursue a more profound truth that transcended material pleasures and suffering. He was born Prince Siddhartha of the Shakya clan. After years of rigorous asceticism and meditation, he became enlightened under the Bodhi tree and became the Buddha—the Awakened One. He then dedicated his life to teaching the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths to attain liberation. Shakyamuni Buddha stands for the potential for all beings to awaken. He embodies wisdom that leads to ultimate freedom, victory over ignorance, and the tranquility of non-attachment. His presence is a timeless reminder of the transformative power of inner realization, compassion, and mindfulness.
