Wooden Statuette Buddha Teaching 40 cm Natural

Product description Wooden Statuette Buddha Teaching 40 cm Natural

Beautify your home with a unique wooden statue from Bali, Indonesia. The unique combination of the traditional art of local carvers, the extraordinary charm of the suar wood and spiritual symbolism will bring a warm touch of exoticism and harmonious atmosphere to your interior.

Motive
Buddha as a spiritual figure embodies wisdom, enlightenment, peace and inner balance. He symbolizes the path to overcoming suffering through meditation, morality, compassion and a deep awareness of the true nature of existence.

In Buddhism, Buddha statues serve several purposes:

An object of devotion - it acts as a main point for meditation and prayer, they allow one to connect with the Buddha's philosophy
Preserving teaching - visually representing Buddhist stories and principles and passing this knowledge down through generations
Supporting meditation - the calm posture of the body inspires the cultivation of inner balance and mindfulness

Wooden Buddha statues hold a special place in Buddhist art. Carved from the bounty of nature, they exude warmth and calmness. The form of the statues, the posture and hand gestures, known as mudras, have specific meanings. The seated position with folded legs (padmasana) is a basic meditation posture and expresses inner peace and enlightenment. The material itself - wood - also has symbolic significance. In many cultures it represents growth, transformation and connection with nature. Natural imperfections give each statue character and personality.

Material
For the production of the statue, Balinese carvers used suar wood from the Saman Samanea tree, also known as Monkey Pod. The extraordinary elegance of this material lies in the beauty of the natural pattern and texture of the wood. Each piece thus acquires original beautiful shades from very light to dark brown. Due to the exceptional nature of suar, carvers are able to create enchanting works of art down to the smallest detail.

The Tradition of Balinese Carving
Wood carving is an ancient art form that reflects the distinctive style of talented Balinese craftsmen, and is a very popular souvenir from the "Island of the Gods". Art in Bali was and still is deeply rooted in the local religion. Hindu and Buddhist traditions first came to Java and then to Bali about a thousand years ago, and provided an important cultural foundation for Balinese society. Balinese culture has drawn inspiration from a variety of sources, including Chinese and Malay traditions. The combination of these influences has given rise to the Hindu-Javanese arts and crafts we know today.
The spiritual traditions of Bali are inextricably linked to artistic expression as a means of expressing loyalty and fulfilling obligations to deities.

Creating a Buddha statue is a thorough process that requires dedication, skill and a deep respect for generational heritage. Traditional carvers begin to learn their trade at a very young age in their fathers' workshops, thereby acquiring and refining their knowledge of the craft. Repairing damaged sculptures with the help of more experienced carpenters is also an interesting practice. These efforts to preserve spiritual artistic treasures speak about the respect that statues are held in.

Care for wooden statues
Proper care of the statue will ensure that its beauty will last for a very long time. Remove dust regularly with a soft, slightly damp cloth to prevent it from settling. Avoid direct sunlight, which can cause fading and cracking. Avoid contact with aggressive chemicals, do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

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