Handcrafted Maya Devi Statue: Embodiment of Sacred Motherhood Handcrafted in Nepal, this sacred Maya Devi statue embodies divine motherhood, compassion, and the sacred origin of the Buddha’s enlightened journey. Standing 52 cm (20.47 inches) tall with a 19.5 cm (7.68 inches) base and weighing 3.21 kg, it is expertly crafted from a copper body and complemented with a beautifully carved wooden base and an elegant antique finish. The refined craftsmanship captures Maya Devi’s graceful presence and profound symbolism as the mother of Shakyamuni Buddha, representing purity, nurturing compassion, and the beginning of the path toward enlightenment. This meaningful sculpture serves as a distinguished centerpiece for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, temples, or sacred collections, inspiring devotion, reverence, and appreciation for the sacred heritage of Himalayan Buddhist art. Maya Devi, the mother of Shakyamuni Buddha, is revered as a symbol of sacred motherhood, purity, and the miraculous birth of enlightenment. She is traditionally depicted standing gracefully beneath the sal tree, where she gave birth to Prince Siddhartha, who later became the Buddha. Her posture, often shown with one hand reaching toward the tree branch, represents the auspicious moment of Buddha’s birth and the fulfillment of a profound destiny. Her serene expression reflects compassion, dignity, and the sacred role of nurturing the future Buddha. Adorned in elegant garments and royal ornaments, Maya Devi embodies the virtues of love, selflessness, and maternal devotion. This sacred statue serves as a powerful meditation and devotional focus, inspiring practitioners to honor the origins of the Buddha’s journey and cultivate compassion, wisdom, and the qualities of spiritual awakening. Size: 20.47”/52cm (Height) x 7.68”/19.5cm (Base)Weight: 3.21 kgMaterial: Wooden Base, Copper Body, Antique Finish Maya Devi was the mother of Siddhartha Gautama, who would later become Shakyamuni Buddha. According to tradition, she conceived Siddhartha miraculously and gave birth to him in the Lumbini Grove. She passed away seven days after his birth, having fulfilled her sacred role. Her purity and connection to the Buddha's enlightened path make her a revered figure in Buddhist lore, symbolizing the auspicious beginnings of the Dharma and the profound nurturing of spiritual awakening.
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