This serene statue depicts the Amitabha Buddha, or Medicine Buddha – symbolic of teaching and healing wisdom. In Buddha’s cupped left-hand rests a bowl of elixir, representing the healing nature of Buddha’s teachings and meditations, and in his right rests a mythical plant – the cherry plum. Finished with rustic details, Buddha's figure is crafted from lustrous brass and accented with mosaic tiles in deep blue.
- Brass Buddha statue with mosaic work
- Depicts Medicine Buddha
- Measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches
- Weighs about 4.5 pounds
- Handmade in India
Handmade by artists in India – minor organic imperfections are true characteristics of this artistic tradition.
design: The Medicine Buddha sits in serene meditation, seated in lotus position with his robe rendered in a deep blue mosaic inlay edged in red, while his face, hands, and crown remain in polished brass. His right hand rests in his lap cradling a small alms bowl of healing elixir, and his left hand, extended over his knee, holds the stem of a myrobalan (cherry plum) plant.
size: Measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches; weighs about 4.5 pounds.
material: Brass with mosaic tile inlay
features: Hand-cast brass construction, deep blue mosaic tile robe with red accent detailing, traditional bhumisparsha-style seated posture, cupped bowl of healing elixir, myrobalan plant in raised hand, hand-finished rustic detailing
care: Dust with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from moisture to preserve the brass finish and mosaic inlay.
disclaimer: Handmade by artists in India, so slight variations in mosaic placement and brass patina are natural marks of the piece rather than flaws.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered across Buddhist tradition as the great healer — a figure whose practice is said to ease not only physical suffering but the deeper afflictions of fear, confusion, and attachment. In this statue, he is shown holding a bowl of healing elixir in one hand and the myrobalan plant in the other, the two emblems long associated with his identity as a teacher of medicine and wellness.
The myrobalan, or cherry plum, is considered in Tibetan and Ayurvedic tradition to be a plant capable of treating any illness, making it a fitting symbol of the Medicine Buddha's boundless capacity to restore balance. Held aloft and slightly away from the body, it suggests the reach of his compassion beyond the self, offered outward toward all beings.
The deep blue of the mosaic robe recalls lapis lazuli, the color most closely tied to the Medicine Buddha in traditional iconography, representing clarity, depth, and the vastness of the sky under which healing takes place. Rendered here as an artistic mosaic rather than literal stone, it keeps the reference to that lineage while giving the piece its own handcrafted character.
Placed in a room where you pause to breathe, read, or simply reset, this Medicine Buddha becomes a quiet marker for wellness — a visual cue to return attention to the body and the present moment, rather than a devotional object requiring ritual. Its presence on a shelf, desk, or altar space gently reframes daily wellness routines, from a cup of tea to a moment of stretching, as small acts of self-care worth noticing.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone seeking a meaningful centerpiece for a healing, wellness, or meditation space
- Purpose: Home décor, meditation focus, healing intention, wellness altar, gift for someone recovering or seeking balance
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be well
- Intention: Healing, Wellness, Balance, Wisdom
- Chakra Connection: Heart Chakra
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Guidance
Who is the Medicine Buddha?
The Medicine Buddha, or Bhaisajyaguru, is a Buddha figure associated with healing and wellness, traditionally depicted holding a bowl of healing elixir and a medicinal plant.
What do the objects in his hands represent?
His right hand holds a bowl of healing elixir, symbolizing the curative power of his teachings, while his left hand holds a myrobalan plant, a traditional emblem of medicine and restored health.
What is the statue made of?
It is cast in brass and finished with a mosaic tile inlay in deep blue with red accents, handcrafted by artists in India.
Will the mosaic pattern look exactly like the photo?
Each piece is handmade, so mosaic placement, brass tone, and small surface details vary slightly from statue to statue — a natural mark of the handmade tradition.
Where is a good place to display this statue?
It suits a meditation corner, home altar, shelf, or any wellness-focused space where you'd like a quiet, healing presence.
