Shakyamuni Buddha Tomba Statue
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Name |
Shakyamuni Buddha Tomba Statue |
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Height |
5.75” |
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Width |
4” |
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Depth |
2.5” |
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Material |
Lost Wax Method, Copper with Alloy with Gold Plated and Crystal |
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Actual Weight |
0.592 Kg. |
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Ships From |
Patan, Nepal |
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Shipping Provider |
Express Shipping Service |
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Shipping Time |
Usually ships within 48
hours. Allow 5 – 7 business days for deliver within worldwide. |
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Insurance |
Insurance is included in
the shipping cost. |
Shakyamuni Buddha /
Sangye Tomba is the Buddha of our time. He is the glorious root teacher of all
the diverse lineages that make up Buddhism as we know it. Born Siddhartha
Gautama more than 2500 years ago, he was the crown prince of the Shakya kingdom
located in the Himalayan foothills of what is now southern Nepal. He left
luxurious palace life behind him, however, in pursuit of the truth of the
origin of suffering and the cessation of fear. His astounding courage,
determination, wisdom and compassion led to his perfect enlightenment despite
seemingly insurmountable obstacles. His teachings have transformed individuals
and nations throughout the world and still speak to us today.
Gestures and Attributes
The Shakyamuni Buddha /
Sangye Tomba is depicted with his right hand extended to the earth in the
Bhumisparsha Mudra, the gesture of witness. He is "calling the earth to
witness" his supreme victory over the temptations and illusions of the
material world as symbolized by the demon Mara. His left hand lies in his lap
with palm upward in the gesture of meditation (Dhyana Mudra). In some
representations he also holds the begging bowl of an ordained Buddhist monk.
The bowl contains three precious nectars indicating that he has conquered the
three demons of uncontrolled death, contaminated aggregates, and delusion. Thus,
this posture is known as "Buddha Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons"
and shows the moment of the Buddha's full enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
About this Sculpture
This statue is a
charming portrayal of Shakyamuni Buddha Tomba. Finely sculpted from copper
alloy and crystal using lost wax method, the statue has been submitted to gold
plating to yield a rich and sensuous finish and has fine intricate hand
carvings. This sculpture was individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal by master
artisans of the Shakya clan who are considered among the best in the world.
These craftsmen are the modern heirs to a centuries-old tradition of creating
sacred art for use in temples and monasteries. The fine metalworking techniques
have been passed down from generation to generation since ancient times.