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Laughing Buddha Budai Hands Up, Whitewash Suar Wood 40cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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A joyful presence for a quiet corner, this hand-carved suar wood Buddha statue has a lifted, open pose and a softly weathered whitewash finish. The rounded form feels warm rather than formal, with the natural grain of the wood showing through the pale surface. Place it where you want a focal point: on a console, a meditation shelf, or anywhere a room needs a gentler centre.
Laughing Buddha Budai Hands Up, Whitewash Suar Wood 40cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
What it is
A laughing Buddha, Budai, carved by hand from suar wood in Bali and finished in whitewash. He is carved with his hands up, in open good humour.
Why people choose it
- Carved by hand Traditional Balinese tools, and weeks of work.
- Hands up Open good humour.
- No two alike Hand carving leaves small marks and fine cracks.
Care: Dust wood and brass with a soft, dry cloth. Keep painted and carved wood out of the damp. Keep salt lamps dry, as salt draws moisture from the air.
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★★★★★ H.J.Beautiful ornament good quality and very sturdy.
Really beautiful garden ornament, very heavy but just the right size, and sturdy, I’ve not placed it in garden yet it’s in my lounge. And such good quality good value, highly recommend this item.
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★★★★★ M.
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★★★★★ D.
A little bigger than expected. Beautifully carved a lovely expression captured on the face. Really pleased with my purchase, thank-you!
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This Buddha head was part of my order of two so of course it's just as lovely as the other. 10/10**
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★★★★★ S.
Kudos to the craftsmen who sculpted this statue, they succeeded in making it come to life.
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★★★★★ Y.
Absolutely brilliant. I enjoy looking at him and admiring him. Very good quality.Solid.
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I just love the Buddha it is a Christmas present I know my Daughter will love it too
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★★★★★ Z.A.Beautiful statue
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★★★★★ B.
Love the whitewash style. I've not had them before but they are fabulous.
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What you’ll notice in the room
- The raised hands give the figure an open, welcoming silhouette without feeling overly ornate.
- The whitewash finish softens the carving, catching light on the high points and settling into the recesses.
- Suar wood gives the statue a substantial feel, so it sits with a steady, grounded presence.
- The carved folds, rounded belly and smiling face bring warmth to a pared-back interior.
- Small variations, marks or fine cracks may appear, part of the character of a carved wooden piece.
Suar wood, carved in Bali
This Buddha statue is carved from suar wood in Indonesia using traditional Balinese tools. The carving process takes weeks, with each figure shaped into a full three-dimensional form rather than a flat decorative panel. Because each piece is individually carved, the expression, grain pattern and surface details will never be exactly the same from one statue to the next.
How to place and care for it
Keep it indoors in a dry, stable spot, away from prolonged damp or strong heat. Dust with a soft, dry cloth and avoid soaking the wood or using harsh cleaners on the whitewash finish. If the surface develops slight movement over time, it is usually the natural response of wood to its surroundings.
The figure and its meaning
The Laughing Buddha is usually understood as Budai, a jovial figure from Chinese Buddhist and folk tradition, rather than Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha. Budai is recognised by his round belly, smiling face and relaxed presence, and is often associated with contentment, generosity and ease. In home décor and contemplative spaces, the figure is valued for that open-hearted symbolism: a reminder of lightness, humour and enoughness, without needing to be treated as a formal devotional image.
Size and details
Height: 40 cm. Weight: 3600 g. Material: suar wood. Finish: whitewash. Origin: Indonesia. Each piece is hand carved, so small differences in carving, tone and surface texture are part of the nature of the statue.