Colossal Buddha in Meditation Garden Statue – 6 feet tall

A Majestic Centerpiece for a Meditation Garden

This colossal Buddha garden statue creates a commanding focal point for any meditation garden, courtyard, or outdoor sanctuary. At an impressive 72 inches high, the figure anchors the landscape with stillness and presence, offering a serene space for reflection. Its scale makes it ideal for a private retreat at home or a calming centerpiece in a public garden.

The statue depicts the Buddha seated in the dhyana mudra, the traditional gesture of meditation in Buddhist art. Hands rest gently in the lap, symbolizing inner calm, spiritual focus, and the balance between body and mind. This pose appears throughout Asian Buddhist traditions, where it represents the path toward enlightenment through contemplation.

Crafted in durable fiberstone, the sculpture blends true stone texture with a lighter weight that is easier to position outdoors. Fiberstone resists weather, shifting temperatures, and moisture, making it well suited for long-term garden placement. Each piece is hand-stained to evoke the look of aged stone, with natural variations that bring a sense of history to the surface.

• Material: Fiberstone with stone-textured surface
• Finish: Brown sandstone (yellow ochre with revealed earth tones)
• Size: 60 in W × 32 in D × 72 in H
• Weight: Lightweight for easier placement compared to concrete, weighs approx 200 lbs
• Use: Suitable for outdoor environments
• Included: Ships by freight truck within continental USA
• Origin: Handmade in the USA
• Production Time: Made to order; allow 6–12 weeks

The third photograph of the colossal Buddha garden statue shows the sculpture prior to its sandstone finish, included here to convey the immense scale of the figure and the craftsmanship involved in its creation.

About Fiberstone Buddha

Fiberstone is a blend of real stone cast into the surface and strengthened with a fiberglass backing. The material is then stained by hand to create the look of weathered stone. Each piece displays unique imperfections that enhance its character while providing strength for outdoor settings.

Buddha’s Quest for Enlightenment

The serene pose of this colossal Buddha garden statue connects directly to the story of Siddhartha Gautama’s search for truth. After renouncing his royal life, he sought to understand the nature of suffering and the path to liberation. Under the Bodhi tree, he entered deep meditation, confronting fear, desire, and illusion. His unwavering stillness led to enlightenment—a state of insight, compassion, and clarity that became the foundation of Buddhism.

The meditative posture represented here echoes that defining moment. In gardens across Asia, similar images invite visitors to pause, breathe, and emulate the calm strength that guided the Buddha’s awakening.

Historical & Spiritual Context

Across Asian Buddhist traditions, the meditating Buddha appears in temples, mountains, and gardens as a symbol of peace and awakening. The seated pose reflects practices found in India, Tibet, China, Korea, and Japan—traditions that emphasize grounding the breath, quieting the mind, and cultivating compassion. Placed in a garden, the figure invites visitors into the same practice, offering a calm centerpoint for contemplation.

To build a cohesive sanctuary, pair this large outdoor Buddha statue with other pieces from our Asian Art collection and explore additional garden statues and décor that echo its serene mood.

Further Reading on the Buddha and Buddhist Art

For visitors who enjoy learning more about Buddhist history and imagery, explore these museum resources:

• Life of the Buddha – The Metropolitan Museum of Art
• Buddhism and Buddhist Art – The Metropolitan Museum of Art