His teachings have transformed individuals and nations throughout the world and still speak to us today. The Shakyamuni Buddha / Tomba is depicted with his right hand extended to the earth in the.
He is "calling the earth to witness" his supreme victory over the temptations and illusions of the material world as symbolized by the demon Mara. His left hand lies in his lap with palm upward in the gesture of meditation. In some representations he also holds the begging bowl of an ordained Buddhist monk.
The bowl contains three precious nectars indicating that he has conquered the three demons of uncontrolled death, contaminated aggregates, and delusion. Thus, this posture is known as "Buddha Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons" and shows the moment of the Buddha's full enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. This fine quality statue is made from copper alloy, submitted to gold plating and hand painted with hand painted face to yield a rich and sensuous finish; is a beautiful portrayal of Shakyamuni Buddha / Tomba.