This Chinese Laughing Buddha in green resin is 8 cm tall and comes from Nepal. It depicts Budai, a Buddhist monk who lived in 10th century China. Far from presenting the image of an ascetic life, the big Buddha is not the historical Buddha, who was rather slender.
Budai statues are traditionally considered lucky charms. They are found in most Chinese homes as well as many Asian temples and restaurants.
Budai symbolizes joy of life, abundance and wealth, both material and spiritual.
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Height : 8 cm
This statue of Budai, the Chinese Laughing Buddha, or "Big Buddha" is made of green resin, and measures approximately 8 cm in height. It is handmade by Nepalese artisans.
Budai's name literally means "hemp bag" and he is one of the 7 deities of happiness in Japan.
Do you know the difference between the Thai Buddha and the Chinese Buddha?
Reference: DIC-10-07
This wall decoration comes to us from Thailand and represents the head of Siddharta Gautama, the historical Buddha, who lived in the 6th century BC. This decoration to hang on the wall is light and easily transportable, because it rolls up and unrolls like a parchment. It has a small rope at the back which makes it easy to attach to a nail for example.
Reference: TGM-08-01
This large Indian wall hanging measures 2.40 m high by 2.20 m wide. It is in thick cotton with fringes. It depicts the historical Buddha in the lotus position, performing the gesture of fearlessness and protection (abhaya-mudrā) with his right hand. His left hand is at rest, palm turned towards the sky. The Buddha is seated under a banyan tree, whose falling leaves represent the passage of time.
Reference: TPM-10
This hanging is white and black, in thick cotton with fringes and measures approximately 2.20 m in height by 1.20 m in width. It represents Buddha meditating under the sacred fig tree, or "Bodhi tree". This tree is actually a banyan, very common around temples or pagodas in Asian countries. Buddha is seated in the lotus position, performing the mudra of fearlessness and protection (abhaya-mudrā) with his right hand.
Reference: TMIN-07-03
This small "Buddha Lotus" wall hanging is made of cotton and measures approximately 110 cm in height by 70 cm in width. It represents Siddhartha Gautama, the awakened Buddha, meditating in the center of a lotus flower. This hanging symbolizes the lightness of the lotus flower rising above the surface of the water, and the meditation of the Buddha, who rests like a butterfly on his lotus throne. He performs the chin mudra with his hands, and sends waves of love represented by hearts.
Reference: BRP-14
This bracelet is made of green aventurine beads, diameter of the beads 8 mm. Aventurine is a very effective anti-radiation shield. It is a positive stone, and useful for moving forward. It helps in making the right decisions and attracts prosperity and well-being.
Reference: BE-01
This Feng Shui lucky charm should be hung on your front door. For one girl you will find the Yin Yang symbol in the center Yi King, and for another girl you will see the representations of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs. There is also the infinity knot at the top and a red double pom pom at the bottom.
Reference: BO-01
These beautiful brass earrings represent heads of Thai Buddha, the historical Buddha. The head of Buddha is the symbol of balance and harmony. Closed eyes symbolize deep meditation and long ears symbolize attentive listening.
Reference: MO-06
This beautiful wall-mounted mobile of a copper-plated and patinated metal Buddha head represents the head of Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha who founded Buddhism in India in the 6th century BCE. This wall-hanging mobile has a total length of approximately 40 cm. The dimensions of the head are approximately 15 cm by 11 cm.
Reference: TPM-09-03
This beautiful Indian wall tapestry depicts Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha, meditating at the center of a lotus. His two hands, fingers pointing towards the sky, form the Gyan Mudra, the mudra of self-awareness and inner wisdom. He emanates vibrations of love symbolized by hearts. The tapestry measures 2.20 meters in height and 1.20 meters in width.
Reference: B04
This intricately carved wooden box shaped like a Buddha's head measures 6 cm in height and 3 cm in width. The uniqueness of this box lies in its top-opening feature, revealing a carefully crafted interior. This artisanal and artistic piece can serve decorative purposes, store small precious items, or simply be admired as an original object.
Reference: MO-04
This golden metal Buddha mobile with its three bells measures 22 cm in height and 4 cm in width. It is decorated with colorful glass beads. Buddha is seated in the lotus position, performing the gesture of fearlessness (abhaya-mudrā), which is a gesture of protection. His right hand is raised, palm facing outward, while the left hand is placed on his legs. In both hands, the thumb and index finger touch (chin mudra).
Reference: TPM-16
On this very beautiful Indian wall hanging we can see Siddharta Gautama, the historical Buddha. He is seated under a banyan tree, in the lotus position. With his right hand, he performs Abhaya mudra, gesture of protection, and his left hand rests on his legs, palm facing the sky. Around him fall the leaves of the banyan tree, the sacred tree under which Buddha would have achieved enlightenment. This hanging is made of cotton and measures 2.20 m high by 1.20 m wide.
Reference: TMIN-09
This magnificent tapestry is filled with symbolism. It depicts Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha, seated in the lotus position on a lotus flower throne under a sacred fig tree of the pagodas. The black background of the tapestry represents the inner universe one delves into during meditation. The flowers symbolize concepts such as life, love, beauty, and peace. The tapestry measures approximately 110 cm by 80 cm.
Reference: S15
This 12-centimeter-tall and 14-centimeter-wide bronze statue depicts an elephant. Its trunk is raised, often considered a sign of good fortune. The statue is green, dark gray, and golden. The elephant is adorned in a festive or ceremonial manner, with intricate details depicting women, the elephant god Ganesh, lions, peacocks, as well as traditional Indian ornaments.
Reference: S03
This black resin Buddha statue measures approximately 13 cm and weighs approximately 140 grams. Sitting in the lotus position, he performs with his right hand the gesture of taking the earth to witness, and his left hand holds a vajra, or dorje.
Reference: S05
This white resin statue of Ganesh measures approximately 14 cm in height. In Indian mythology, Ganesh is the son of Shiva and Parvati. He embodies wisdom and intelligence. It is said that he removes all obstacles. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival celebrates his birth. Devotees install statues of Ganesh in their homes, which are immersed in water at the end of the festival, symbolizing Ganesh's return to his celestial abode and marking the end of his visit on earth.
Reference: S06
This white resin elephant is handmade in India. It is decorated with a blanket covered in plant motifs, and its head is adorned with a banana leaf. Its trunk, oriented downwards, symbolizes inner peace and introspection. Height of the statuette: approximately 10 cm.
Reference: S02
This very pretty soapstone Buddha measures 8 cm in height. Buddha is here seated in the lotus position, his 2 hands joined in prayer at the level of the heart chakra, performing Atmanjali Mudra. This mudra is widely used in Asia to greet, ask for something, thank, or take leave. It brings peace and love, and leads back to the path of the heart. In India, it is called Namaste, which literally means "I salute the light within you".
Reference: S07
This resin white and gold Buddha statue stands approximately 28cm tall. The white color of Buddha represents purity and serenity. The golden color of her hair, the edging of her clothes, and her plinth represent spiritual enlightenment and wisdom, but also wealth and prosperity. Buddha is seated in the lotus position, eyes closed, in a state of deep meditation.
Reference: S12
Ganesh is the Indian god with a human body and an elephant head who brings wisdom, wealth, and luck. He is one of the most sacred and popular gods in India! He is generally invoked at the beginning of Hindu ceremonies. This beautiful bronze statue of Ganesh measures approximately 13 cm.
Reference: S11
This bronze Chinese Buddha (or Laughing Buddha) is a representation of Budai, a Chinese Zen Buddhist monk who lived during China's last Liang Dynasty, in the tenth century. Its Buddhist name, Quieci, means promise in Chinese. Statue Height : 14 cm.
Reference: S08
Nataraja is one of the most famous manifestations of Shiva. It is the God of Dance, the cosmic dancer who fluctuates the infinite processes of destruction and creation of the universe. Height 14 cm.
Reference: S04
This black resin figurine measures approximately 10 cm in height and 15 cm in length. It depicts a sumptuously decorated Asian elephant, suitable for a celebration or ceremony. The raised trunk signifies action and symbolizes strength, motivation, and fearlessness.
Reference: S10
This mimosa wood elephant is handmade by Thai artisans. It measures 25 cm in height, 23 cm in length, and weighs approximately 2 kilograms. Its long and powerful tusks symbolize strength and power, while the inward-facing trunk invites introspection and reflection.
This Chinese Laughing Buddha in green resin is 8 cm tall and comes from Nepal. It depicts Budai, a Buddhist monk who lived in 10th century China. Far from presenting the image of an ascetic life, the big Buddha is not the historical Buddha, who was rather slender.
Budai statues are traditionally considered lucky charms. They are found in most Chinese homes as well as many Asian temples and restaurants.
Budai symbolizes joy of life, abundance and wealth, both material and spiritual.
