Handmade Statue of Medicine Buddha – Partly Gold Plated with Painted Face

This 22cm (9") tall Medicine Buddha statue blends traditional Tibetan iconography with Nepalese metalcraft mastery. Featuring partly gold-plated skin contrasting with oxidized monastic robes, the statue depicts Bhaisajyaguru in his classic healing posture - left hand cradling a medicine bowl, right hand offering myrobalan fruit. The gold-painted face, with its serene expression and urna mark, radiates compassionate healing energy. Crafted using the sacred lost-wax method, every detail from the ushnisha protuberance to the lotus base reflects authentic Himalayan Buddhist artistry.

History & Significance

Bhaisajyaguru ("Medicine Master"):

Originated in 2nd century Mahayana texts
Central to Tibetan medical traditions (Sowa Rigpa)
Presides over the Lapis Lazuli Pure Land
Made 12 great vows to heal all suffering

This statue represents his Buddha form (complete with urna and ushnisha marks) rather than Bodhisattva manifestation

Iconography & Symbolism

Medicine Bowl: Contains nectar of spiritual and physical healing
Myrobalan Fruit: Symbolizes natural remedies and enlightenment
Gold-Plated Skin: Represents radiant healing energy
Oxidized Robes: Signify monastic humility
Lotus Throne: Denotes purity amidst suffering

Spiritual & Healing Benefits

Supports Recovery: Ideal for patients and caregivers
Purifies Causes of Illness: Clears karmic and emotional blockages
Blesses Healing Spaces: Place in clinics or meditation rooms
Enhances Medical Practice: For doctors and holistic healers

Why This Statue?

Authentic Craftsmanship:
Lost-wax casting for precision details
Mercury gold plating (traditional Nepali technique)
Gold-painted face for consecration readiness
Sacred Aesthetics:
Contrast of gold & oxidation = spiritual/earthly harmony
22cm height perfect for altars
Healing Presence:
Faithful to Tibetan medical thangka proportions
Activates Medicine Buddha sadhana practices

Technical Details

Height: 22 cm (9")
Width: 17 cm (7")
Depth: 10 cm (4")
Weight: 1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)
Material: Copper (Partly Gold-Plated)
Process: Lost-Wax Casting
Special Features: Gold-Painted Face, Medicine Bowl & Myrobalan Fruit

Perfect For:

Tibetan medicine practitioners
Those facing health challenges
Buddhist healing altars
Mindfulness centers