A finely crafted seated Shakyamuni Buddha statue, depicted in the classic meditative pose with the right hand in Bhumisparsha mudra and the left hand holding a small alms bowl. The figure is adorned in an intricately detailed gilt bronze robe with hand-engraved floral motifs and gemstone inlays. The head, hair curls, and base feature deep lapis lazuli accents, while the face, neck, hands, and bowl are carved from clear Himalayan crystal, giving a luminous and refined appearance. The crown, necklace, armlets, and robe borders are embellished with inlaid cabochons in red coral, turquoise, and blue lapis. Materials Gilt bronze (gold-plated copper alloy) Himalayan crystal (quartz) Lapis lazuli, turquoise, red coral inlays Semi-precious cabochon stones Condition Excellent condition with no visible cracks, chips, or losses to the crystal or inlays. Gilding remains bright and even with minimal wear. All decorative stones intact. The base is stable and structurally sound. Provenance Handcrafted in Nepal in the traditional Newar Buddhist style, likely from a specialized workshop in Patan renowned for high-end ritual and decorative Buddhist statuary. Acquired directly from the artisan’s gallery in Nepal. Dimensions & Weight (if you can measure before submission) Height: ___ cm / ___ inches Width: ___ cm / ___ inches Approximate weight: ___ kg Notable Features Combination of crystal carving and gilt metalwork, a rare pairing in contemporary Buddhist sculpture. High level of hand-engraving detail on robe and base. Rich gemstone inlays enhancing symbolic and aesthetic value. --- If you give me the exact dimensions and weight, I can finalize this into an auction-grade appraisal description that will make your piece stand out to evaluators.

heght-31cm width-22cm depth-17cm