This exquisite 14cm / 5.5" Triple Gem Buddha set represents the finest of Nepalese master craftsmanship—a set of three pure copper hand-carved statues featuring complete gold-gilding and the meticulous hand-carved details that distinguish true Himalayan art.
· Height: 14 cm / 5.5 inches each
· Material: Pure copper with complete gold-gilding
· Style: Triple Gem Buddha Triad (Shakyamuni, Medicine Buddha, Amitabha)
· Origin: Masterwork hand-carved in Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
· Ideal for: Meditation space, home altar, spiritual art collection, travel shrine
The Triple Gem Buddha triad brings together the three most venerated enlightened figures in Buddhist tradition, each embodying a distinct aspect of enlightened activity. Together, they create a complete representation of timeless wisdom and compassion—the historical teacher, the healing presence, and the transcendent light of boundless compassion.
Shakyamuni Buddha appears in his classic form, seated in full vajra posture upon a double-lotus throne. His right hand touches the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, calling the earth to witness his enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree. His left hand rests in meditation posture, holding an alms bowl. His serene expression embodies the perfect peace of complete awakening—downcast eyes that gaze upon all beings with unconditional compassion, a subtle smile radiating the warmth of enlightened realization. The ushnisha (cranial protuberance) atop his head signifies supreme wisdom, while the urna (hair curl) between his brows represents his omniscient vision. His monastic robe, draped elegantly over his left shoulder, follows precise iconographic conventions.
Medicine Buddha sits in full vajra posture, his right hand extended in varada mudra (gesture of granting blessings) holding a myrobalan fruit—the king of medicines that cures all illness. His left hand rests in his lap holding a medicine bowl filled with healing nectar. His serene expression conveys the compassionate energy that transforms both physical suffering and the deeper afflictions of attachment, aversion, and ignorance. The myrobalan fruit he holds is traditionally believed to cure all diseases, symbolizing his power to heal not only physical illness but also the root causes of suffering.
Amitabha Buddha sits in full vajra posture with his hands in dhyana mudra (meditation gesture), holding an alms bowl that represents his boundless compassion. As the Buddha of Infinite Light, lord of the Western Pure Land Sukhavati, his serene expression offers the promise of liberation through devotion and the power of compassionate vows. His hands in meditation mudra symbolize the profound concentration from which his pure land manifests.
The complete gold-gilding adds radiant luminosity to all three sculptures. Multiple layers of pure gold are carefully applied using traditional techniques, creating a warm, glowing surface that catches light and draws the eye to each Buddha's serene presence. This full gold finish ensures the deities shine with maximum splendor from every angle, symbolizing the precious nature of enlightened wisdom.
Every element of these hand-carved masterworks reflects the extraordinary skill of the master artisan. Each of the three statues follows classical iconometric measurements established over a millennium ago, ensuring perfect proportions that embody the sacred geometry of enlightened form. The double-lotus thrones beneath them feature layers of individually carved petals—the upper layer facing upward representing liberation, the lower layer facing downward symbolizing compassion descending to benefit all beings.
Despite their compact 14cm size, each statue captures every intricate detail with remarkable precision:
· The precise folds of Shakyamuni's monastic robe
· The delicate myrobalan fruit in Medicine Buddha's hand
· The perfectly formed alms bowl in Amitabha's lap
· The individually carved lotus petals of each throne
· The serene expressions on each face, rendered with fine detail
According to traditional sources, the Triple Gem—Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha—forms the foundation of all Buddhist practice. Taking refuge in the Triple Gem is the first step on the path, establishing the practitioner's connection to the enlightened lineage. This triad represents the Buddha jewel in its most complete form: the historical teacher who established the path (Shakyamuni), the healing presence that removes suffering (Medicine Buddha), and the transcendent light that offers liberation (Amitabha).
For more than a millennium, the Kathmandu Valley has nurtured a living lineage of metal sculptors who have preserved the secrets of ancient lost-wax creation. This 14cm Triple Gem Buddha set represents that living heritage—a transmission of artistic tradition passed from master to disciple through countless generations, now embodied in three perfect forms. The combination of pure copper construction, complete gold-gilding, master-level carving, and the harmonious unity of the three figures represents the finest in Himalayan sacred art—a timeless expression of the Three Jewels of Enlightenment that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand, ready to accompany you wherever your practice leads.
