A perfection of artistic and spiritual elements, this copper statue of Buddha is a magnificent masterpiece from Nepal. Glistening with the seamless polish of the metal, the sculpture depicts Buddha seated in meditation, on a stunning lotus throne whose petals are marked by the conch motif- a symbol of the origin of the Universe and eternity.
Buddha is presented with a youthful luster on his countenance, which is alluring to gaze at, with his meditative eyes, refined nose and inwardly smiling lips bringing hints of liveliness to the composition. Holding an alms bowl and the gesture of touching the earth, this statute represents the Bhumisparsha aspect of the Buddha, an act which is seen as the declaration of the Enlightenment of Siddhartha.
Sitting in meditation, Siddhartha was troubled by Mara, the demon of desires who tried to win him over with force and sweet words. Siddhartha however was unshakabl. Seeing that his tricks were of no use, Mara challenged Him to prove his wisdom. Calmly, Siddhartha touched the Earth, calling the omnipresent goddess Vasundhara (Earth) to bear witness to his journey to Enlightenment. The Earth came forth, and Mara was defeated. Siddhartha became Buddha at the moment mesmerizingly solidified in this copper statue.
Revering the virtues of the Enlightenment, He has been offered a garment that has dragon and cloud motifs adorning it. Dragons in Buddhist philosophy are seen as symbols of dormant wisdom, while clouds stand for impermanence. Seeing through the veil of impermanence, Siddhartha was able to awaken his inner potential- a cosmic moment presented in this copper statue as a call, to follow the path of the Buddha.
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