This serene statue depicts the 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 turquoise blue color and red tones.
- 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: A seated Medicine Buddha rendered in gleaming brass, his robe inlaid with a mosaic of turquoise, red, and cobalt tiles; his right hand holds the cherry plum myrobalan branch while his left cradles a small elixir bowl.
size: Measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches; weighs about 4.5 pounds.
material: Brass with inlaid mosaic tile work (turquoise, red, and blue)
features: Hand-cast brass construction, mosaic tile inlay robe, cherry plum branch in right hand, elixir bowl in left hand, detailed urna and ushnisha, weighted base for stable display
care: Wipe gently 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 the mosaic pattern and brass patina are natural and make each statue one of a kind.
Meaning & Intention
The Medicine Buddha, known in Sanskrit as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered as the great healer of Buddhist tradition — a figure who addresses not only physical illness but the deeper afflictions of fear, anger, and confusion. In this piece, his right hand rests open over his knee holding the cherry plum branch, a plant long used in Himalayan medicine, while his left hand cradles a small bowl of healing elixir, or nectar, said to cure suffering at its root.
Together these two gestures form a complete teaching: the branch represents the medicine of the natural world, and the bowl represents the wisdom that transforms it into genuine relief. The deep blue traditionally associated with Medicine Buddha is echoed here in the mosaic's cobalt and turquoise tones, colors long linked in Himalayan art to clarity, healing, and the vastness of open sky.
The mosaic robe itself, pieced from small fragments of stone-toned tile, mirrors a core teaching of the Medicine Buddha: that wholeness is often built from many small, deliberate parts. Placed in a home, this statue is traditionally kept not as decoration but as a quiet ally in recovery, care, and the everyday work of healing.
Keeping a Medicine Buddha statue on a nightstand, altar, or wellness corner offers a daily point of return — a reminder, each time the eye lands on it, to approach the body and mind with patience rather than urgency, and to trust that healing is a practice rather than a single event.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone recovering from illness, supporting a loved one's healing, or building a dedicated wellness or meditation space
- Purpose: Home altar centerpiece, meditation focal point, healing intention practice, wellness space decor, thoughtful gift for someone recovering or caregiving
- Suggested Mantra: May all beings be well
- Intention: Healing, Wellness, Wisdom, Balance
- Chakra Connection: Heart Chakra
- Metal: Brass
Questions & Guidance
What does the Medicine Buddha statue represent?
It depicts the Medicine Buddha, a figure associated with healing wisdom, shown holding a cherry plum branch and a bowl of healing elixir.
What is this statue made of?
It is crafted from solid brass and finished with an inlaid mosaic of turquoise, red, and blue tiles.
How big is the statue?
It measures 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches and weighs about 4.5 pounds.
Is it handmade?
Yes, it is handmade by artists in India, so minor variations in the mosaic and brass finish are natural and expected.
How should I care for it?
Dust it with a soft, dry cloth and keep it away from moisture to protect the brass and mosaic inlay over time.
