Samadhi Buddha Statue
Samadhi Statue depicting Dyana Mudra or the meditation posture is considered one of the best sculptures in the Anuradhapura era. It is thought to be done during the 3rd or the 4th century. The statue stands 7 feet 3 inches in height and thought to be built in 3rd or 4th Century using dolomite marble and is thought to be one of four similar statues facing North, East and West. Samadhi statue was found in the present location with damages, especially with a fallen nose, which was reconstructed and opened for public 1888.
The statue’s eyes are hollow indicating they were impressed with crystal or precious stones. The most extraordinary fact about the Samadhi statue is that, when the statue is observed from three angles, the face features changes to sad, slightly smiling and neutral. It is a symbolic of the tranquility of mind, with no attraction or repulsion from the world outside.
The statue’s eyes are hollow indicating they were impressed with crystal or precious stones. The most extraordinary fact about the Samadhi statue is that, when the statue is observed from three angles, the face features changes to sad, slightly smiling and neutral. It is a symbolic of the tranquility of mind, with no attraction or repulsion from the world outside.
