Gorkha – Small Buddha Statue

A Buddha figure in copper with a golden finish, for an altar or a shelf.

Fits a working desk without crowding it
Kept raised rather than on the floor
Copper, so it holds its place
A small figure is not a lesser one

$259.90

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Sized for a desk

Small enough to sit beside a keyboard or on a narrow shelf, where a larger figure would crowd the space. Scale has never been what makes one of these worth having.

Copper with a golden finish

Cast metal is heavier than it looks for its size, and takes a patina over the years - the high points brighten where they are handled.

Placement, not permission

The usual conventions are simple: raised rather than on the floor, and not in a bathroom. Many people who are not Buddhist keep a figure for what it represents.

Transform your space with these serene seated Buddha statues, a stunning product that blends art and spirituality into daily life, radiating tranquility and mindfulness. Handcrafted from oxidized copper, this 4.5-inch figure of the Buddha captures the essence of meditating calm and enlightenment through its intricate buddha mudra. Inspired by the life of Gautama Buddha and Southeast Asian culture, this Buddha image – available as a seated Buddha, standing Buddha, or reclining Buddha – reflects centuries of ancient tradition, from Gupta art to Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism, where Buddhism was deeply rooted.

Whether placed in a shrine, garden, or indoor set alongside a bowl or Tara statue, its golden Buddha glow and this mudra, a symbol of practice, evoke peace and mindfulness. Perfect for Buddhist temples, yoga studios, or homes, those Buddha Statues sculptures symbolizes the developed esoteric Buddhism of Asian countries, including the largest and tallest influences from Southeast Asia, where art was a sacred expression.

This original piece, archived from the original in antique and rare collections of various Buddhist types, connects you to the life of the Buddha and his teachings, a testament to how the Buddha has inspired generations. Available in our gallery, this impressive statue – crafted in an oxidized copper statue finish or as a giant outdoor cast resin statue – pairs beautifully with a Padmasambhava statue or Chinese Buddhist art, enhancing any meditative practice. For those hesitant about authenticity, rest assured: ethically sourced and honoring Buddhism’s history, it’s not just decor but a meaningful symbol of culture and his life.

Address concerns about appropriation by placing it respectfully in your space – indoor or outdoor – and let its antique Buddha statues charm elevate your day with tranquility. Shop this set online now, explore our various Buddhist sculptures like the golden Buddha or reclining Buddha, and buy rare and antique Buddha statues to enhance your shrine or garden with this beautiful, century-spanning art that reflects Theravada Buddhism’s core principles.

Three things tell you more about a figure than its price.

Size, and where it will sit. Measure the shelf, the altar or the sill first. A figure that crowds its space reads as clutter however fine it is.

Material and finish. Cast metal is heavy and takes a patina over the years. Resin is far lighter and keeps its finish as it is. Stone sits between the two. The craft is listed on most pages here.

Which figure. Each form has its own meaning and its own gestures - Shakyamuni, Tara, Avalokiteshvara and the others are not interchangeable ornaments. It is worth reading what a figure represents before choosing it, and choosing the one that means something to you.

A small figure is not a lesser one. Scale has never been what makes one of these worth having.

Orders are processed within one to two business days, Monday to Friday, with tracking on every parcel. Delivery across the continental United States then takes ten to twenty-five days.

Shipping is a flat $9.95, and free on orders over $180. We do not ship outside the United States at this time.

Changed your mind? You have thirty days from delivery to request a return. A bowl that has been played is still returnable - we only ask that it comes back complete and in its original packing. Approved refunds go back to your original payment method within three business days. Full terms are on our Returns & Refunds page.

Made of something that ages

Metal takes a patina, wood darkens with handling. Both keep changing after you have bought them, which is the one thing resin never does.

Named on every page

Shakyamuni, Maitreya, Avalokiteshvara: the posture and the hands are what tell them apart. We name the figure so you choose the one that means something to you.

Small is not lesser

Scale has never been what makes one of these worth having. The smallest here sit on a working desk without crowding it.

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to have a Buddha statue at home?

Many people do. The usual guidance concerns placement rather than permission: raised rather than on the floor, and not in a bathroom.

Where should a small figure be placed?

Anywhere it sits at or above eye level when you are seated - a shelf, a desk, a windowsill. Small figures suit a working space better than an altar, which tends to want something larger.

Can someone of another faith keep one?

Yes. Many people who are not Buddhist keep a figure for what it represents. The same courtesies of placement apply.

Is a small figure a lesser one?

No. Scale has never been what makes one of these worth having, and a small figure you actually see every day does more than a large one in a corridor.

Where a figure sits

The conventions are simple and widely shared: raised rather than on the floor, out of a bathroom, and the head is not handled or displayed on its own. Beyond that it is your decision. We give you the conventions because they are easy to miss, not to tell you what your home should look like.

A bronze seated figure on a wooden bench, raised clear of the floor

Cast, then finished by hand

These figures are cast in bronze or copper alloy, then chased, gilded and set with turquoise and coral by hand. The stones sit in cut recesses rather than being glued to the surface. Gilding is thin by nature and wears at the places a figure is touched, which is why old pieces are brightest where nobody reaches.