A small polystone figure of a cat seated in full lotus, eyes closed and paws open on its knees in a receiving mudra. The pose points to ease, presence, and comfort in one’s own company. Set it on a desk, altar, or sunlit windowsill, or offer it to a cat lover or yoga practitioner.
Details
- Design: Whiskered cat sits cross-legged in full lotus, eyes closed and mouth curved in a soft smile, paws resting open on the knees in a receiving gesture. Indoor display piece
- Size: 6.5″ x 4.5″ x 3.5″
- Material: Polystone with a rich mahogany finish that deepens in the folds of fur and joints
- Care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the finish
- Note: Handcrafted, so slight variations in finish and detail are part of each piece’s character
Meaning & Intention
In many contemplative traditions, animals are shown in meditation postures as a gentle nudge: stillness is not reserved for the wise or the human alone.
The cat has long stood for independence, calm attentiveness, and ease in solitude. Set into full lotus, that independence softens into self-possession, the sense of being fully at home in one’s own company.
The closed eyes and faint smile suggest a mind that has stopped chasing. The open palms on the knees mark this as a piece about openness rather than control.
Placed on a desk, altar, or windowsill, a glance toward it can be enough to unclench the jaw, drop the shoulders, and take one slower breath.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Peace, balance, calm, presence
Ideal for: Cat lovers, meditators, and yoga practitioners looking for a touch of levity in a sacred space
Symbol: Full lotus posture and open-palm receiving mudra
Suggested mantra: I am still and at ease
Questions & Guidance
Where does it sit best?
Its compact size suits a desk, shelf, meditation altar, or sunlit windowsill. Indoors only, out of direct sun.
What is polystone?
A resin-and-stone composite prized for capturing fine carved detail. It gives the piece weight and lets the mahogany finish settle into every crease.
Would it work as a gift?
Yes. Its playful take on a meditating figure lands well with cat lovers, yoga students, and anyone building a calmer corner at home.
How can I use it in practice?
Let it act as a visual cue. When you catch its closed eyes and soft smile, borrow the pose for a breath: soften the shoulders, open the hands, and arrive.
No products in the cart.