The dhyana mudra — the gesture of hands resting in the lap, one on top of the other — is one of the most widely recognised Buddhist symbols of meditation, inner quiet and deep concentration. This 30 cm Buddha statue captures that gesture in suar wood, hand-carved in Bali using traditional methods. Despite its compact size, it has a definite presence — equally suitable as a desk ornament, the anchor of a meditation corner, or a gift.
The Balinese Carving Tradition
Balinese wood carving is a traditional craft passed down through generations. Suar wood (saman wood), with its dense grain and warm brown tones, is an ideal material for hand-carved sculptures. Every statue is unique — the natural grain patterns of the wood and the marks of the carver's hand make each piece unrepeatable. Carving a 30 cm statue may take several days.
Hands in Lap — Dhyana Mudra
The gesture of hands resting in the lap signals the posture of focused meditation in Buddhist iconography. This is the position in which the Buddha reaches the deepest levels of meditation — and for the viewer it serves as a visual symbol of inner peace. The 30 cm size is ideal for desk or shelf placement, with a net weight of approximately 3.35 kg.
Product Details
- Material: suar wood (saman wood)
- Height: 30 cm
- Type: Dhyana Mudra (Hands in Lap)
- Net weight: approx. 3.35 kg
- Country of origin: Indonesia
If you are looking for a spiritually grounded Buddha statue for a desk or shelf — the 30 cm Hands in Lap type brings the beauty of meditation into everyday life.
A smaller statue is no less expressive than a larger one — sometimes the densest content fits in the smallest space. The 30 cm suar wood Buddha is a daily reminder that silence and presence require no large space — only attention.