Shakyamuni Buddha statuette in gilded copper alloy, Nepal, Khasa Malla kingdom, 13th-14th century The Buddha is seated cross-legged in dhyanasana, his right hand in bhumisparsha mudra touching the ground. He is dressed in a diaphanous shangati with chiseled rice-grain trim, elegantly draped over his left shoulder with fishtail ends and gathering into fan-shaped folds between his legs. Her rounded face, with large eyes lowered beneath high arched eyebrows and a finely drawn mouth, is flanked by long, slightly curved, pierced hanging earlobes. His hair is set in tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha. The underside is not gilded, and three places can be seen that were formerly plugged with square pieces. Height: 22 cm; weight: 3838 g Gilded bronze Buddhas from the Khasa Malla kingdom represent a remarkable example of 14th-century Nepalese Buddhist art. These sculptures reflect a distinctive artistic style blending Indian and Tibetan influences. Created using the lost-wax casting technique, these works demonstrate great technical mastery and intricate detail. Buddhas were depicted according to traditional Buddhist iconographic conventions, with symbolic gestures (mudras) and characteristic attributes such as alms bowls. Richly adorned with jewels and ornaments, these sculptures embody the divine nature and elevated status of the Buddhas. Beyond their artistic value, these representations were devotional objects for the Buddhist faithful, embodying the wisdom and presence of the Buddha. They bear witness to the artistic and religious prosperity of medieval Nepal, representing a precious cultural heritage. In short, the gilded bronze Buddhas of the Khasa Malla kingdom are significant examples of Nepalese sacred art, fusing local traditions with the universal principles of Buddhism, and continue to inspire with their timeless beauty and spiritual depth.