This handmade Aparmita (Amitayus) sculpture holds the immortality vessel in his lap, filled with amrita, the nectar of longevity, its lid rising into an ornamental sprouting plume. Aparmita’s blue-black hair is gathered into a tall topknot rising above his crown, capped with a gold finial — the ushnisha arrangement counted among the traditional 32 marks of an enlightened being. The urna, the third eye between the brows, indicates that Aparmita has achieved the state of perfected wisdom. A distinctive feature of this piece is the pair of large scrolled ornaments resting atop both shoulders, sweeping outward in wing-like swirls that frame the head and lend the figure a regal, celestial bearing.Aparmita sits in full lotus pose, also known as the vajra pose. Vajra is a Sanskrit word translating as diamond or lightning bolt — a symbol of indestructible virtue. This sculpture would make an inspirational addition to your home or meditation center.Aparmita sculptures serve as the centerpiece of Tibetan longevity rituals, because Aparmita is the embodiment of the longevity attribute of Amitabha Buddha. Buddhas and high-level Bodhisattvas have the ability to take any form necessary to ease the suffering of sentient beings, and Amitabha appears as Aparmita to grant long life to devotees. Learn more in our complete guide to the long life deities — White Tara, Amitayus & Namgyalma.Handmade Aparmita Sculpture FeaturesThis beautiful Aparmita sculpture was hand crafted using the traditional lost wax sculpting method. The fine detail across the piece is the result of this time-tested technique: the statue rests on a striking two-tier lotus throne, with a smaller upper pedestal seated atop a broad, dome-shaped lotus base ringed with bold petals and multiple bands of decorative engraving, while the cuffs and hems of his dhoti are richly worked with scrollwork around the ankles. The artisans of Nepal have long been the preferred source of handmade sculpture and ritual items for the Tibetan monasteries, so the buyer can rest assured they have procured a monastic quality Aparmita sculpture. Common questions are answered in our Amitayus Buddha Statues FAQ.At the request of the buyer, we will embed the crown and jewels of the statue with turquoise or red coral stones, at no extra charge — the statue will wear the colorful adornments very well and inspire all who see it. The sculptor used the traditional fire gilding method to apply the 24K gold finish, imbuing the statue with a lifelike expression and a luster that will not tarnish. Browse our full collection of Amitayus Buddha statues to compare sizes and finishes. Certificate of authenticity Authentic, Handmade in Nepal Every statue and ritual item is handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, using traditional lost wax casting and comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by Nepal's Department of Archaeology, verifying its materials, technique, and origin. Learn more about our certification