Buddha Statue Happy Buddha Wooden 30cm Blue Mint

A 30 cm hand-carved Buddha statue in a vintage blue mint finish, made from suar wood by Balinese artisans. The statue is hand-carved, painted, and sun-aged to create a weathered, aged appearance — a compact piece suited to shelves, side tables, and desks.

What Makes This Piece Distinct

• The vintage blue mint finish is achieved through hand-painting and deliberate sun-aging — the colour is applied and then allowed to weather naturally, creating an authentically worn patina rather than a factory-distressed look.
• At 30 cm tall and approximately 3.4 kg, it has visual weight without overwhelming a room.
• Hand-carved from suar wood using traditional Balinese tools. No two statues are identical — each carries unique grain, paint wear, and carving detail.
• The vintage finish gives it a collected, travelled quality that pairs well with eclectic, bohemian, or globally-influenced interiors.

Suar Wood, Painted and Sun-Aged

Each statue begins as a block of suar wood, carved by hand into its final form over a period of days to weeks depending on size and detail. After carving, the statue is painted in blue mint tones and then set out to age in the sun. This process creates natural paint cracking and fading that gives the finished piece its distinctive vintage character. The result is a statue that looks as though it has sat in a temple courtyard for decades. Weight: approximately 3.4 kg. Made in Indonesia.

Placement and Care

Best kept indoors or under covered outdoor areas. The painted finish may continue to evolve with exposure to light and air — this is part of the vintage aesthetic, not a defect. Dust with a soft dry cloth. Avoid water or chemical cleaners on the painted surface.

The Pose

The Happy Buddha (Budai) is depicted with a broad smile and rounded belly — a figure from Chinese Buddhist folklore representing contentment and generosity. Balinese woodcarving blends Hindu and Buddhist visual traditions, producing a distinctive artistic style. Each pose carries specific meaning within these traditions, though many people also choose based on the visual quality they prefer in their space.

Common Questions

Will the vintage paint finish change over time?
It may. The paint is intentionally aged and may continue to develop character over time, particularly if exposed to light. This is by design — the statue is meant to look weathered.

Is each vintage Buddha statue unique?
Yes. The combination of hand-carving and natural sun-aging means every piece has different paint patterns, wear marks, and wood grain.

What is suar wood?
Suar (rain tree or monkeypod) is a tropical hardwood from Southeast Asia. It is valued for its warm colour, visible grain, and durability — qualities that make it a preferred material for Balinese carvers.