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Antique Japanese Style Seated Bronze Meditation Amitabha Buddha Statue - 40cm/16"
Measures - (Height) 40cm/16"
A unique and beautiful antique Japanese‑style meditation Amitabha Buddha, rendered with quiet dignity and contemplative presence. This refined image is ideal for those seeking a focal point for serenity, mindfulness, and deep reflection.
The Meditation Buddha, shown in the classic dhyana (samadhi) mudra, is an iconic representation of the Buddha in stillness. Seated in calm poise, both hands rest gently in the lap, right hand placed over the left, thumbs lightly touching to form a subtle triangle, a gesture that embodies inner peace, concentration, and unity with higher truth. His back is upright, and his gaze is softly lowered, suggesting profound inward focus.
Amitabha Buddha symbolises mercy and wisdom, and tantric meditation upon him is traditionally regarded as an antidote to desire and attachment. As Lord of Sukhavati, the Western Paradise or Pure Land, he presides over a realm where beings reborn there experience the bliss of hearing Amitabha teach the Dharma until they are ready to enter nirvana. This makes his image especially meaningful for practitioners on the Pure Land path.
The Buddha’s face is serene and introspective, with downcast eyes and a steady brow conveying calm compassion. Elongated earlobes recall his princely youth adorned with heavy earrings, a reminder of the worldly life he relinquished. A circular urna or third eye on the forehead symbolises his ability to see beyond the ordinary world of suffering into the deeper reality of awakening. Flowing robes fall in soft, rhythmic folds, enhancing the sculpture’s sense of grace and quiet movement.
The patina is particularly appealing, with subtle variations of tone that speak to age and devotion, while the crisp detailing of the hair and robes adds depth and character. Traditional in appearance yet rich in spiritual symbolism, this Amitabha Meditation Buddha is the perfect piece to bring serenity and timeless sacred style to your home, office, meditation corner, or dedicated shrine.
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