Budha Statues

Malachite Vintage SetDimension:
9x6x4 inches;

Meterial: Brass
The earliest representation of Buddha was made through the Stupas (mounds erected on the relics of Buddha) and the external decorations on them tracing the lives and events of Buddha's life namely his leaving home, gaining of Enlightenment,

his first preaching, last journey and finally the attainment of Nirvana. The symbols like foot, sacred tree, umbrella and holy seat or altar were widely used to represent Buddha.

It was in the early centuries of the Christian era that the first anthropomorphic images of Buddha marked their appearance in and around the region of Mathura in Northern India. The first Buddha statues were in stone and were executed by artisans who drew upon their experiences in the making of the superhuman images of gods and kings. These artisans also relied on the literary traditions, which carried the special characteristics (lakshanas) of Buddha.

By this time the concept of Buddha as a historical mortal human being endowed with the attributes of Bhagavan (extraordinary human being who has acquired the 6 rare qualities of richness, power, fame, fortune, knowledge and detachment) and Mahapurusha Cakravarti (great man who had a moral and spiritual sway over a very large and widening circle of human beings) was transformed into an idealized and abstract state, Adi Buddha or transcendental god.

The early Buddha statues showed him with garb that clung close to his body and left the right arm free while the head was usually shaven and sometimes sported a thick top knot. The other noteworthy characteristics of the Buddha statues were that the figures were always in frontal position standing free or seated in the regular cross legged religious posture known as Yogasana (yoga posture) or a Simhasana (lion throne). The other popular posture to depict Buddha was Padmasana (lotus posture).

Gandhara located in northwest India was a part of the Kushana Empire and around the same time it emerged as a key center of Buddhist art in response to the changes in the Buddhist order. The main characteristics of Buddha images from this school were that either seated or standing, Buddha was shown as a short, stocky form with the frontal position. The eyes in most of the statues were open with the presence of little circle 'urna' between the brows. Usually, Buddha was represented sporting a moustache with distended earlobes and wearing a heavy cloak, which hung in deep folds. The mudras (gestures) of the hands were either in Abhaya ( fearlessness), Dhyana ( hands on the lap in the gesture of repose and meditation) Dharmacakra Parvartana ( Turning of wheel of the Doctrine) or Bhumisparsa ( touching the earth with the right hand to call the earth goddess to witness). The Bhumisparsa mudra refers to the legend of the attack of Mara, the Evil one upon Sakyamuni. Sakyamuni called upon earth goddess to witness his fitness to realize Nirvana (Salvation).

Akshobhya Buddha Statue: The cosmic Buddha modeled in the figure of Sakyamuni is shown in the act of touching the earth with his right hand calling her to witness his imperviousness to the attack of Mara, The cosmic Buddha depicted in this posture is called Akshobhaya or imperturbable.

Bhaishajya Guru Buddha Statue:
Bhaishajya Raja, the lord of the Medicaments' was one of important Bodhisattvas mentioned in the text of 'The lotus of the true Doctrine'. It is believed that the figure Bhaishajya Guru (Master of Medicaments) evolved from here. Bhaishajya Guru is shown in the act of offering with the right hand the fruit of elliptical shape of the myrabolan, a medicinal plant. The palm of the Buddha's left hand holds small bowl, while a vajra rests on the surface of the huge water lily on which he sits, aligned with his eyes rapt in deep meditation. The iconography of the image relates to Buddhist guru, Sakyamuni whose doctrine heals from suffering, mental and somatic.

Vajrasattva Buddha Statue: Vajrasattva can be related to Vajrapani ( Vajra-in-hand ) a deity in Hinduism. The statue shows Vajrasattva -bodhisattva holding a vajra placed vertically on the palm of the right hand and a bell in the left. In the Buddhist school 'vajra' symbolizes 'means' understood, as the male element required for attaining the awakening or enlightenment while the bell interpreted as female element represents wisdom or emptiness.

Manjushri Buddha Statue: Manjushri is one of the important bodhisattvas who combines the role of keeper of the wisdom and teacher of the Buddhist doctrine. He is usually represented in the act of brandishing a flaming sword in his right cleaving the darkness of ignorance.

Bhumisparsha Mudra Buddha Statue: In the Bhumisparsha mudra or gesture, Buddha calls upon the Earth to witness his claim to be known as "The Enlightened One." He points towards the earth with his right hand and in response Bhu Devi, the Earth Goddess, lets flow a stream of sacred water at Buddha's feet. Each drop of water symbolizes an act of meritperformed by Buddha in his previous incarnations on earth. The robes of the Buddha feature details of the life of Gautama on his path to becoming the Enlightened One. Representations of the "Three Great Sights", episodes from the Jataka Tales, in which incarnations of the Buddha appear in animal form, and characters from Buddhist iconography, including demons and angels on clouds are seen. Crucial scenes from Buddha's life such as his first sermon at Sarnath, where he shared his philosophy of the Eight Fold Path to salvation, are shown on the robes of the Buddha Bhumisparsha Life Story.

Buddha Bhumisparsha Ashthamangal Buddha Statue

In the Bhumisparsha mudra or gesture, Buddha calls upon the Earth to witness his claim to be known as "The Enlightened One." He points towards the earth with his right hand and in response Bhu Devi, the Earth Goddess, lets flow a stream of sacred water at Buddha's feet. Each drop of water symbolizes an act of merit performed by Buddha in his previous incarnations on earth.

The eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism - the Conch Shell, Endless Knot, Fly Whisk, Lotus Blossom, Parasol, Twin Fish, Water Vase and Wheel of Dharma are inscribed on the body of Buddha. Each of these symbols represents an aspect of the life and philosophy of Buddha's teachings. The ushnisha or knot of hair on top of Buddha's head is considered a sign of his spiritual wisdom. The Buddha's left hand is placed on his lap with the palm upwards in the varada mudra symbolizing the bestowal of a gift. The vessel in his open palm symbolizes the gift of Buddha's spiritual message to the world.

Medicine Buddha Life Story Buddha Statue

The Medicine Buddha holds a branch of the Myrobalan plant (Terminalia chebula), in his right hand. This plant is used in traditional Tibetan medicine to cure illnesses of the body and mind.

The left hand rests on his lap with the palm upwards in the mudra or gesture of bestowing a gift, symbolized by the pot with medicinal leaves. Buddha is believed to have given gifts of knowledge such as medicine as well as spiritual inspiration and guidance to his disciples. The robes of the Buddha feature details of the life of Gautama on his path to becoming the Enlightened One. Representations of the "Three Great Sights", episodes from the Jataka Tales, in which incarnations of the Buddha appear in animal form, and characters from Buddhist iconography, including demons and angels on clouds are seen. Crucial scenes from Buddha's life such as his first sermon at Sarnath, where he shared his philosophy of the Eight Fold Path to salvation, are shown on the robes of the Medicine Buddha Life Story.

Meditating Buddha Statue
The meditating Buddha, also known as the Amitabha Buddha, symbolizes serenity and wisdom. Buddha is seated in padmasana, or the lotus posture, with both his hands placed in his lap in a gesture of dhyana or meditation. The pot symbolizes the Dharma or the teachings of the Buddha, which he offers to the world. The expression on his face is calm and the eyelids are contemplatively lowered.
Buddha's teachings explain that desire is at the root of all suffering. Freeing the mind from desire will liberate the soul from the cycle of rebirth and enable a person to attain Nirvana or salvation.


For Urgent Assistance : Email:query@craftsinindia.com

Arts In India

Textile In India

Handicrafts In India
Craft From States
Sculpture In India

Jewelry From India

Gift Ideas In India

Accessories In India

Others

Painting

Explore the colors and images of incredible India at this rare online gallery of Indian Paintings, consisting magnificent Madhubani paintings, mysterious Warli paintings, Patachitras, Tribal Paintings, Thangka Paintings and also contemporary Indian art paintings.