This statue depicts Buddha in the earth-touching pose, a powerful symbol of his enlightenment and connection to the earth. With a bowl held in his left hand, this statue represents the Buddha's ability to bestow blessings on those around him.
- Artistic brass Buddha statue
- Earth-touching pose represents resolute and steadfastness
- Made of brass with intricate mosaic detailing on all sides
- Measures approximately 12 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide
- Weighs about 10.5 pounds, and each is slightly different
- Handmade in India
Each statue is created by hand, and no two will have the same metal finish. Please allow for minor imperfections due to the handmade process. this statue is the perfect size to display on a mantle, bookshelf, or meditation altar. Its weighty feel and solid construction make it a durable and long-lasting piece that will bring joy and serenity for years to come.
design: A seated brass Shakyamuni Buddha in the earth-touching (bhumisparsha) pose, his robe and lotus-petal base richly inlaid with a hand-set mosaic of turquoise, coral-red, and deep blue stone chips, with a small alms bowl resting in his upturned left hand.
size: Approximately 12 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide.
material: Solid brass with hand-set mosaic stone inlay.
features: Earth-touching (bhumisparsha) mudra, intricate mosaic inlay covering the robe and base, alms bowl held in the left hand, lotus-petal pedestal, substantial weighted construction
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from moisture and harsh cleaners to preserve the brass finish and mosaic inlay.
disclaimer: Each statue is handmade in India, so the brass finish and mosaic pattern will vary slightly from piece to piece.
Meaning & Intention
This is the moment Buddha touched the earth. Seated beneath the Bodhi tree on the night of his awakening, Shakyamuni was tested by Mara, the tempter who sought to shake his resolve. Buddha's response was silent and absolute: he lowered his right hand to the ground, calling the earth itself to witness his right to enlightenment. That gesture, bhumisparsha mudra, is the pose captured here — steady, unshaken, fully present.
In his left hand rests a small bowl, the vessel of an alms-gathering monk and a symbol of the Buddha's boundless generosity. Where the right hand speaks of resolve, the left speaks of giving — together they express a teacher who was as devoted to compassion as he was to truth.
The mosaic work covering the robe and base draws on a Himalayan tradition of adorning sacred brass images with inlaid stone, historically a way of honoring the figure with the same care given to a temple shrine. The result is a Buddha that is at once grounded in the earth and dressed in celebration.
Placed on a shelf, altar, or mantle, this Buddha becomes a quiet anchor in a room — a visual cue to pause, plant your feet, and meet whatever the day brings with the same steadiness he showed beneath the Bodhi tree. Many keep it within sight of a meditation cushion, where the earth-touching gesture serves as a reminder to stay rooted through the session rather than reach for it.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and collectors who want a grounding, altar-worthy Buddha statue
- Purpose: Meditation altar centerpiece, home or shrine decor, mantle or bookshelf display, thoughtful gift for a spiritual practitioner
- Suggested Mantra: I am grounded and present
- Intention: Grounding, Steadfastness, Enlightenment, Compassion
- Chakra Connection: Root Chakra (Muladhara)
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Guidance
What does the earth-touching pose symbolize?
Known as bhumisparsha mudra, this gesture recalls the moment Buddha touched the ground to call the earth as witness to his enlightenment, symbolizing resolve, steadfastness, and unshakable presence.
What is the significance of the bowl in his hand?
The bowl represents an alms bowl, a symbol of the Buddha's generosity and his capacity to bestow blessings on those who seek his teaching.
How big is this statue?
It measures approximately 12 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide, and weighs about 10.5 pounds.
Will my statue look exactly like the picture?
Each piece is handmade in India, so the brass finish and mosaic inlay pattern are slightly unique to your statue — no two are exactly alike.
How do I clean and care for it?
Simply dust with a soft, dry cloth and avoid water or harsh chemical cleaners, which can dull the brass and loosen the mosaic inlay over time.
