A seated Buddha cast in brass, with the right hand raised in the Abhaya mudra — the gesture that translates to ‘no fear.’ The robe is inlaid with hand-set mosaic tiles in deep blue, trimmed with red and gold. Placed on a shelf, altar, or entry table, the figure holds a room the way stillness holds a breath.
Details
- Design: Brass Buddha in the lotus (padmasana) posture, right hand raised in Abhaya mudra, robe inlaid with deep blue mosaic tiles and red and gold trim, finely chased face and hair, weighted base
- Size: 7.5 x 5.75 x 3.75 inches; weighs about 4.5 pounds
- Material: Brass with inlaid glass mosaic tiles
- Care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from moisture and harsh cleaners to preserve the brass finish and mosaic inlay
- Origin: Handmade by artists in India
- Note: Small variations in tiling and finish are part of the handcrafted character; no two statues are identical
Meaning & Intention
The raised right hand forms the Abhaya mudra, one of the oldest gestures in Buddhist art. Its name translates to ‘no fear.’ Tradition holds it was the gesture the Buddha used to calm a charging elephant, meeting aggression not with force but with stillness.
The mosaic robe sets this piece apart from a plain cast statue. Each tile is placed by hand, a slow process that mirrors the patience of meditative practice. Deep blue was historically prized in Buddhist art for its association with vastness and clear-mindedness.
Brass has long been used for sacred images across South Asia for its durability and warm, gold-like luster — a material meant to outlast the maker and be passed on.
Together, form and finish speak to a single idea: that courage and calm are not opposites, but companions.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Protection, fearlessness, peace, calm
Chakra connection: Throat
Symbol: Abhaya mudra, lotus seated posture
Ideal for: A home altar, meditation space, or a gift to someone building a steady practice
Suggested mantra: Om Mani Padme Hum
Questions & Guidance
Where does this statue work best in a home?
Anywhere it will be seen without being crowded — a shelf, entry table, altar, or the edge of a workspace. Many keep a figure like this within sight of a meditation cushion as a visual cue to pause.
Is it heavy enough to sit securely?
Yes. The weighted brass base and roughly 4.5-pound weight give it a low, stable center, so it holds its place on a shelf or altar without tipping.
Can I use it in feng shui placement?
Yes. Buddha statues are often placed facing into a room rather than toward a door, at eye level or above, and away from bathrooms or the floor, as a mark of respect.
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