{"product_id":"brass-miniature-gods-buddha-17gms-34mm","title":"Brass Buddha Miniature 34mm, 17g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small brass Buddha seated in meditation, 34 mm tall and weighing 17 g, cast in India with fine detail across the robes, the lotus throne and the expression. It fits a bedside shelf, a desk corner or a home altar, and the weight is enough to feel settled in the hand without being heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Buddha sits in lotus posture on an ornate throne, robes draped across the left shoulder, hands resting in the lap in dhyana mudra, the gesture of meditation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe casting brings out the folds of the robe, the curls across the head, and the petals of the lotus base, all visible despite the small scale.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe brass has a warm golden tone with darker antiqued recesses, so the detail catches the light when you turn it.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt stands stable on its base and feels solid in the palm, made to sit on a surface rather than hang.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBrass, cast in India\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is cast from brass using a traditional lost-wax method, a technique practised across India for devotional metalwork since ancient times. The metal is poured into a detailed mould, then finished by hand to bring out the fine lines. Brass is valued for its warmth, its ability to hold intricate detail, and the way it ages gracefully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe iconography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pose is Shakyamuni Buddha in seated meditation, a form central to Buddhist practice and art. The dhyana mudra, both hands resting open in the lap, right over left, represents the stillness of deep contemplation. The lotus throne beneath symbolises purity and rising above difficulty, a motif that appears in Buddhist, Hindu and Jain sculpture. This rendering follows classical Indian iconography, with the serene expression and the ushnisha, the cranial protuberance that signifies wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue measures 34 mm tall, about the height of a matchbox, and weighs 17 g. It suits a small shrine, a meditation corner, a bookshelf between volumes, or a desk where you want a quiet focal point. The base is flat and stable, so it sits securely without tipping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCare and patina\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass develops a natural patina over months and years, darkening in the recesses and warming in tone. To keep the golden finish bright, wipe it occasionally with a soft cloth and a little lemon juice or brass polish, then rinse and dry. To let it age, simply dust it and leave it to settle into a deeper colour. Keep it indoors and dry, as moisture speeds tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Shakyamuni or the laughing Buddha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha in meditation. The laughing Buddha, or Budai, is a separate figure, depicted standing or seated with a round belly and a joyful expression.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it sit outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Brass tarnishes quickly in rain and humidity, and the detail will corrode. Keep it indoors on a dry surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I stop it tarnishing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA light coat of clear wax or lacquer will slow the process, or simply polish it every few months. Many people prefer to let brass age naturally, as the patina adds depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53915199701306,"sku":"BMG-01","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/brass-miniature-gods-buddha-17gms-34mm-cover.jpg?v=1794493876","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/brass-miniature-gods-buddha-17gms-34mm","provider":"SHAMTAM: Slow Living Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}