Buddha figures are popular among not only the followers of Buddha but people across all religions. Statues of the Buddha and his innumerable incarnations, called bodhisattvas, symbolizes self realization and serves to focus a devotee's inward devotional practice. Miniature figures, in recent times, have achieved much popularity. People often choose a small Buddha figure as gift item for their loved ones or buy them to add top the class and elegance of their rooms. A miniature figure of Buddha is believed to be capable of bringing luck and prosperity in the house where it is kept. The growing demand for miniature figures has triggered off the export of miniature figures from India to many foreign countries, specially western countries.
A miniature figure of Buddha can be made of brass, stone or wood. A miniature figure can be as small as less than 1 inch in height. Miniature figures measuring 3 inches in height are very common. They are often sold in sets of 3, 5 or 6, with each figure displaying a different abstract aspect of Buddhahood. Miniature figures of the Laughing Buddha are particularly popular. Rubbing the tummy of a miniature figure of 'laughing' or 'happy' Buddha is supposed to usher in happiness, joy, contentment and serenity. However, miniature figures of Buddha in various poses are also available in abundance.
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'Dhyani Buddha' (Manjushree, Aparmita, Vajrasatva, Green Tara, Karacheri, Vajradhara, Amitava) miniature figures are most common and popular. Dharmachakra Mudra, Bhumiparsa Mudra, Vitaka Mudra, Abhaya Mudra, Akshobhya Mudra, Siddhartha Swan are other poses and styles experimented with on miniature figures and gaining popularity. Lately, various other styles are available in the market. Bringing a Laughing Buddha with children to a home is said to promote fertility. Buddha holding wealth sack and gourd is supposed to instigate acquisition of wealth. Blessing Buddha with beads, sitting Buddha, standing Buddha, Buddha with arms stretched upwards are other styles available in a miniature figure. |
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There is also a great range of choice available when it comes to the color of a miniature figure of Buddha. Gold, gold and green, jaded, red, black, brown, multi-colored miniature Buddha is avaialble.
As the demand and popularity of miniature figures increase, numerous online shops are offering stunning irresistible ranges of miniature figures of Buddha. You can definitely pick one up for your own room or to send as gift to loved one. Following is a list of some websites vying for your attention with their rich, and growing, collection of Buddha miniature figures:
- Ebay
- Valuezone
- RootsEmporium
- FourGates
- GoodOrient
- Nextag
- Superstock
and many more.
For in-depth information on Buddhist sculpture and types of sculpture, log on to buddhistsculptre.com.
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