Buddha Statue - Antique Tibet Style Seated Teaching Buddha Statue - 88cm/35"

Measures (Height) 88cm/35" (Weight) 43.5kg/96lbs

An antique Tibetan‑style Buddha, seated in the half‑lotus or Ardha Padmasana posture on an elegant double lotus base, with hands held in the dharmachakra or Teaching mudra.

The term dharmachakra, Sanskrit for “Wheel of Dharma,” recalls one of the most important moments in the Buddha’s life: his first sermon after Enlightenment in the Deer Park at Sarnath, where he set the wheel of the teaching in motion. Here, the thumb and index finger of both hands touch to form a circle, symbolising that wheel and, in metaphysical terms, the union of method and wisdom.

Clad in simple monastic robes, the Buddha sits peacefully with pursed lips and downcast, contemplative eyes, conveying deep meditation, serenity and inner poise. His prominent ushnisha signifies his advanced spiritual attainment, while the long, gracefully stretched earlobes echo his youth as a prince adorned with heavy gold earrings, now transformed into a reminder of renunciation and spiritual evolution.

The chest bears the Buddhist swastika, “svastika” in Sanskrit, derived from “su” (good) and “asti” (to be), signifying well‑being and good fortune.

In Tibetan Buddhism this symbol, known as “yungdrung,” is revered as an emblem of eternity, auspiciousness and stability, appearing in sacred art, manuscripts and architecture. Its history predates Buddhism, reaching back to the Indus Valley and ancient Eurasian cultures, and within this context it should be understood as a sign of blessing and protection, deeply rooted in ancient spiritual traditions. Appreciating its true meaning in Tibetan Buddhist practice allows us to see the swastika as part of a rich symbolic language of harmony and enduring well‑being.

The Buddha is enthroned upon a finely cast double lotus base, the lotus flower representing purity, compassion and the joy that arises from enlightenment. Growing from muddy water yet opening into pristine beauty, the lotus embodies the journey from worldly attachment to inner awakening, reminding us to look beyond external conditions toward spiritual fulfilment. The casting throughout is beautifully executed, evident in the delicate articulation of fingers and toes and the flowing treatment of the robes.

The patina is particularly delightful and unusual, with subtle variations of tone that animate the surface and highlight every carefully rendered detail.

To ensure secure delivery, the torso will be professionally wood‑crated for shipping at no additional cost, offering peace of mind for collectors and custodians alike.

Traditional in appearance yet timeless in presence, this Tibetan‑style Buddha is sure to bring serenity to a home, office or sacred space; a quietly powerful representation of the spiritual teacher whose image continues to enlighten interiors with enduring grace and style.

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