Round-bellied cat seated in full lotus, eyes closed and paws open in a receiving mudra at its knees. The pose reads as contentment, ease, and unhurried presence — meditation without effort. Set it on a windowsill, altar, or desk beside a cushion, or give it to a cat lover with a yoga or meditation practice.
Details
- Design: A round-bellied cat sits cross-legged in full lotus, eyes closed and whiskers relaxed in a contented smile, with paws resting open in a receiving mudra at its knees
- Size: 6.5″ x 4.5″ x 3.5″
- Material: Polystone with a textured terra cotta finish
- Care: Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from direct moisture and prolonged sun to preserve the textured finish. Indoor use only
- Note: Slight variations in texture and finish are natural to handcrafted pieces and add to each one’s character
Meaning & Intention
There is something disarming about a cat sitting in full lotus, eyes closed, paws turned upward. Cats have long lived alongside watchful stillness — napping in patches of sun, observing before they act, resting without apology.
The open-palm mudra at the knees is traditionally a posture of receptivity — an invitation to let go of grasping and allow whatever the moment holds to arrive.
The textured terra cotta finish grounds the figure in something earthy and unpolished, a hint that stillness does not require ceremony.
Set on a windowsill, altar, or beside a meditation cushion, the small figure prompts a softer jaw, unclenched hands, and one full breath before moving on with the day.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Peace, calm, contentment, presence
Symbol: Cat in full lotus with open-palm receiving mudra
Ideal for: Cat lovers, meditators, and yoga practitioners looking for a lighthearted addition to a calm space
Suggested mantra: I receive this moment fully
Questions & Guidance
Can I put this outside on a porch or in the garden?
It is made for indoor display. Weather and moisture can wear down the textured terra cotta finish, so a shelf, altar, or desk suits it best.
Is it heavy or fragile?
Polystone gives the figure a grounded, substantial feel while staying light enough to move easily between a shelf, altar, or desk. Handle it as you would any resin sculpture.
How can I use it during meditation?
Place it in your line of sight before you sit. Let a glance at the pose cue a softer jaw and one full breath, or repeat the suggested mantra as you settle in.
