The Contemplative Bodhidharma (Daruma) – Handcrafted Solid Brass Sculpture, “The Silent Sage”, Meditation Gesture

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The Contemplative Bodhidharma (Daruma) – Handcrafted Solid Brass Sculpture, “The Silent Sage”, Meditation Gesture, Zen Art for Desk & Altar (Made-to-Order, All Taxes & Shipping Included)

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Welcome to Qilin ArtX, where the founder of Zen Buddhism is captured in a moment of profound stillness—a figure who brought the wisdom of the East to the Shaolin Temple, now cast in enduring brass for your space of contemplation.

The Silence Before Enlightenment
Bodhidharma (Daruma) is said to have sat facing a wall for nine years, meditating until his legs withered and his shadow burned into the stone. He sought not knowledge, but awakening. This sculpture captures him in a posture of deep inward focus. He sits in full lotus position (padmasana) , his body still, his spine straight. His right hand is raised, the palm facing outward, fingers together, thumb slightly bent—the fear‑not gesture (abhaya mudra) . In Buddhist tradition, this mudra represents protection, peace, and the dispelling of fear. It is the hand that says: “Do not be afraid. You are on the right path.” His left hand rests gently on his lap, palm up, in the gesture of meditation (dhyana mudra). His eyes are closed, his face serene, his beard and robes carved with the flowing lines of ancient stone. It is a portrait not of a man, but of a state of being—the stillness that comes when the mind ceases to wander.

Handcrafted Details & Authentic Materials – The Lost-Wax Method
This piece is a masterwork of sculptural serenity and foundry artistry, created using the traditional lost-wax casting method, a process that allows for the capture of the finest textures and forms.

• Solid Brass Construction: Cast from high‑quality solid brass, the sculpture possesses a satisfying weight (1.0 kg / 2.2 lbs) that speaks to its quality and permanence. The surface is finished with a warm, natural patina that gives the piece an aged, timeless presence.

• The Gesture of Fearlessness: The raised right hand is sculpted with anatomical precision—the fingers straight, the palm open, the thumb slightly curved. This is the abhaya mudra, the gesture that calms the heart and invites trust. It is the hand that has nothing to hide and nothing to fear.

• The Face of Stillness: Bodhidharma’s face is rendered with the peace of deep meditation. The eyes are closed, the brow smooth, the beard flowing in layered waves. The robes fall in deep, natural folds, their weight suggesting the cloth of a wandering monk.

A Note on Craftsmanship
Each piece is handcrafted using the lost-wax method, a meticulous process involving multiple stages of casting, polishing, and patination. The gesture of the hand and the drapery of the robes require hours of precision work. Minor variations in texture, patina, or finish are not flaws but the unique signature of the artisan’s hand, a testament to the piece’s authentic, handcrafted nature.

Size & Presence
Perfectly scaled to be a quiet presence on a desk, shelf, or meditation altar.

• Height: 5.1 inches (13 cm)

• Width: 6.3 inches (16 cm)

• Depth: 3.5 inches (9 cm)

• Net Weight: 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)

Its compact form invites close contemplation, its hand raised in silent blessing over your space.

Made Just for You
Because we believe in quality over mass production, each Contemplative Bodhidharma sculpture is made to order. When you place your purchase, our foundry’s work begins. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your unique piece to be created before it is shipped to your door.

Our Promise of Transparent Pricing
At Qilin ArtX, we want your experience to be seamless and worry‑free. The price you see is the final price you pay. It includes:

• The handcrafted solid brass sculpture, made just for you.

• Global shipping with tracking.

• All import duties, taxes, and VAT. You will never be asked for an additional payment upon delivery.

A Companion for the Quiet Hour
This Contemplative Bodhidharma is more than a sculpture; it is a reminder that the answers we seek are not outside us, but in the stillness we dare to enter. It makes a profound and unforgettable gift for:

• Practitioners of meditation, Zen, or anyone who seeks a quiet corner in a busy world.

• Collectors of Buddhist art and museum‑quality bronze sculpture.

• Those who appreciate the gesture of fearlessness—the hand that says, “You are safe here.”

• A centerpiece for your own desk or altar—the sage who sits, still and waiting, for you to join him.

Bring home the hand that dispels fear, forged in brass and crafted especially for you by Qilin ArtX.