This statue, which was made by talented craftspeople in Patan, Nepal, has a distinctive body design that combines copper and oxidized elements. The oxidized finish represents the enduring nature of Amitayus's blessings in addition to adding a classic, timeless appeal. The statue's rich copper detailing highlights its complexity and depth, demonstrating the excellent craftsmanship that goes into every one of these creations.

Amitayus, of the Aparimitagunasamchaya or Amitavyhavat pure world, is usually shown in his apparitional buddha form (sambhogakaya), red in color, wearing a crown and jewels, and holding a long-life vase over two hands in a meditation gesture. A Buddha is said to have three bodies in the Mahayana Buddhist tradition: a form body (nirmanakaya), an apparitional body (sambhogakaya), and an ultimate truth body (sambhogakaya) (dharmakaya).