Dolakha – Antique Buddha Statue

A seated Buddha in oxidised copper, the surface darkened and left matte.

Oxidised copper: darkened from the outset
Raised, and out of a bathroom
The finish keeps deepening in place
Reads as aged without pretending to be old

$249.90

Free shipping on US orders over $180 · 30-day returns

An aged finish

The surface has been oxidised deliberately, giving a darkened appearance from the outset. It is a finish rather than a record of time passed, and we would rather say so.

Cast in copper alloy

Heavier than resin for the same dimensions, and it continues to darken slowly in place. That change is the material behaving normally.

Where a figure sits

Raised rather than on the floor, out of a bathroom, and away from a doorway that opens onto it. Beyond those conventions, placement is yours.

Deepen your ritual practice with these sacred Buddhist statues, a famous product that blends Buddhist art in India with the serene mind of Zen, radiating peace and enlightenment day by day. Hand-carved from copper, with options in resin statue, gold, painted wood, brass, marble, or stone, this 4.5-inch sitting Buddha embodies the pure essence of Shakyamuni Buddha, also revered as a deitie in Buddhist culture. Inspired by early Buddhist art from the 1st century BCE and the 5th century style of Central Asian and Tibetan Buddhist art, this Buddha image – available as a sitting Buddha, standing Vairocana, reclining Buddha, or even a Medicine Buddha – reflects centuries of influence from Thailand, Japan, China, and beyond.

Its appearance, often adorned with a gilt finish on its head or throne, complements any mandala, stupa, or shrine, whether placed in a Buddhist temple, yoga studio, or home alongside a bowl offering, scroll, or Green Tara statue. Let its buddha mudra, a hand gesture rooted in this style, inspire daily mantra chants and meditation, filling your space with the serene yin of Buddhist architecture.

This quality piece, archived from the original at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, connects you to the earliest Buddhist treasures of the 2nd century, including relics of the Buddha was. Available in our store for sale at a discount from the original price was to the current price, this Buddhist sculpture – popular since the 6th century – pairs beautifully with Japanese Buddhist, Korean Buddhist, or Chinese Buddhist art, and even echoes Hindu art in its form. For those concerned about authenticity, rest assured: it’s ethically sourced from Central Asia, crafted by artists and monks who honor the meaning of Buddhist culture, ensuring it remains a meaningful addition to your collection.

Display it with reverence in your space – indoor or outdoor – as a garden gift or central shrine piece, and let its carved design, one of the largest symbols of peace in Tibetan Buddhist art, elevate your decor with the timeless charm of the 9th century. View all our series online, from the Golden Buddha to the Tara statue, and buy this antique Buddha statue, a rare Buddhist sculpture, to fill your home with the serene decor of Shakyamuni Buddha statue artistry.

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

How can I tell the age of a Buddha figure?

Honestly, most people cannot - and neither can we, beyond what our supplier states. Wear patterns, casting seams and patina all give clues, but they are also imitated. Treat any age claim, ours included, with caution.

What does an oxidised finish mean?

The surface has been darkened deliberately, giving an aged appearance from the outset. It is a finish, not a record of time passed.

Where should a figure not be placed?

The usual conventions: not on the floor, not in a bathroom, not facing directly into one. Beyond that, placement is a matter of the room you have.

Will the finish change over time?

Copper alloys continue to darken slowly, and the high points brighten where they are handled. That is the material behaving normally, not a fault.

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.