{"product_id":"black-brass-dhyana-buddha-statue","title":"Black Brass Dhyana Buddha Statue: The Golden Awakening","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA striking dual-tone patina defines this form, where an intensely dark, oxidized robe abruptly gives way to a brilliantly polished golden chest and face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFinish contrast: The deep, charcoal-black patination of the monastic robe and lotus base perfectly isolates the radiant, high-polish golden brass of the deity's skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosture\/form: The figure is seated in the full lotus position (padmasana) upon a double-lotus pedestal, radiating absolute physical stillness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eKey iconographic attribute: Both hands rest in the lap in the Dhyana mudra of absolute meditation, gently cradling a traditional alms bowl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCraftsmanship detail: The artisan has painstakingly hand-engraved the dark monastic robe with complex floral and geometric motifs, revealing the raw brass beneath the dark oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry and Iconography of the Meditating Buddha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn the rich tradition of Himalayan metalwork, the depiction of the Buddha in profound meditation is often associated with Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light. This dual-tone meditation Buddha sculpture captures the essence of that inner illumination. The specific Dhyana mudra represents the final stage of intense concentration before enlightenment. By employing a demanding dual-patination technique—leaving the skin brilliantly gilded while chemically darkening the heavily engraved robe—the master caster physically illustrates the concept of divine light emerging from earthly darkness, transforming raw alloy into a powerful object of contemplation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStyling Notes \u0026amp; Home Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: HI;\"\u003ePosition this high-contrast figure on a raw oak console or a dedicated stone mantel, where natural light can strike the polished golden features against the dark robes. It serves flawlessly as a black brass Dhyana Buddha statue for a meditation room altar, appealing deeply to practitioners seeking a serene and grounding focal point. Measuring exactly 11.6 inches in height, the sculpture shares the approximate vertical stature of a standard art exhibition catalogue stood upright, establishing a commanding presence without requiring excessive vertical space. At 4.36 kg, the concentrated mass of the solid cast alloy provides undeniable grounding stability to the display plane. The intense manual discipline required to execute the precise dual-tone finish and the intricate robe engravings validates this Tibetan Amitabha brass idol as an elite achievement in traditional Indian casting. To construct a cohesive, spiritually resonant sanctuary that bridges striking dual-tone metalwork with warm, atmospheric light, consider pairing this piece alongside a dual-tone brass tree tealight holder and an antique brass Buddha shrine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46197021737135,"sku":"VSP-171","price":13500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/91_Compressed_686200a3-619a-47f2-97fe-3be756637906.jpg?v=1762342664","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/black-brass-dhyana-buddha-statue","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}