A piece that is present without calling attention to itself. The 30 cm tall, hand-carved Buddha statue in a teaching pose looks beautiful on a shelf, in the middle of a bookcase, or on a small table in a meditation corner. It stands there quietly and brings a small inward slowing-down each time your eye rests on it in the middle of an otherwise busy day.
A statue many hands have worked on
The statue is made from suar wood, hand-carved using traditional methods on the island of Bali. Carving a single statue can take weeks, and the many small details bring a lifelike quality to every piece. Because of that, no two examples are entirely identical: the grain of the wood, the gentle irregularities of the carving and the tone of the surface all make this particular piece unique. The teaching pose, with its gesture of instruction, brings a calm, welcoming mood into the room.
Where does this size fit?
At 30 cm, the height is ideal when you want a medium-strength accent on a shelf or in a bookcase. Books, a small bowl or a tealight can fit beside it, while the Buddha remains the visual centre. In a meditation corner, placed on a small wood or woven base, it gently draws the gaze towards the centre without overpowering other smaller items. Over the years the wood develops an even finer patina on its surface.
Product details
- Height: approx. 30 cm
- Material: suar wood
- Weight: approx. 2.75 kg
- Country of origin: Indonesia, Bali
Give your home a piece that stands quietly yet with presence between its walls – a carved Buddha that carries the marks of many hands, many hours and a great deal of attention, and offers a small daily reminder to pause for a moment.