Buddhist Handmade Statue of Amitabha Buddha – Full Fire Gold Plated Copper Sculpture with Gold-Painted Face
▫ Item Code: HME25823
▫ Weight: 10,615 grams
▫ Size: 47 x 35 x 20 cm (≈ 18.5 x 14 x 8 inches)
▫ Material: Copper
▫ Availability: In Stock
☛ Amitabha Buddha: The Buddha of Infinite Light
Amitabha, the head of the Lotus Family, is a central figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He embodies love, compassion, purity, and peace, and is associated with the western Pureland, known as Sukhavati—a realm of boundless light and bliss.
This sacred paradise is believed to be attainable through devotion and mindfulness. Amitabha guides sentient beings toward liberation from craving and attachment, offering a path of simplicity, clarity, and spiritual fulfillment. His presence invites inner stillness and transformation, especially for those seeking freedom from emotional suffering and worldly entanglements.
☛ Gold Painted Face
The face of this Amitabha Buddha is carefully hand-painted with pure gold, emphasizing the eyes and lips to convey a calm, compassionate presence. In Buddhist tradition, this sacred painting ritual is an important step in preparing a statue for consecration and spiritual practice.
The delicate gold application breathes life into the sculpture, transforming it into a spiritually charged object of devotion. It is a reflection of both deep reverence and artistic dedication, ensuring that the facial expression captures the essence of Amitabha’s divine qualities.
☛ Full Fire Gold Plating
This statue is finished with traditional fire gold plating—also known as mercury gold plating—a revered method used in Nepalese Buddhist art for centuries.
This intricate process involves bonding genuine gold onto copper surfaces through the application of heat, resulting in a finish that is richer, warmer, and more enduring than modern electroplating techniques. Though costlier and time-intensive, fire gilding is experiencing a renaissance among artisans and collectors due to its authenticity, aesthetic richness, and spiritual significance.
☛ Lost-Wax Casting Process
The statue is handcrafted using the lost-wax method, an ancient sculpting technique that allows for intricate detailing and exceptional craftsmanship.
Here’s how the process unfolds:
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A wax model is sculpted by hand
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The model is coated with layers of ceramic to form a mold
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The wax is melted away, leaving a cavity
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Molten copper is poured into the mold
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Once cooled, the mold is removed to reveal the final sculpture
This method ensures refined detail, authentic artistry, and durability, connecting the piece to a long lineage of Himalayan craftsmanship.
