{"product_id":"scented-cypress-buddha-statue-for-meditation-hand-carved-sakyamuni-home-sanctuary-copy","title":"Hand-Carved Guan Yin Bodhisattva — Solid Wood Goddess of Compassion Statue, Meaningful Gift","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪵 The Wood \u0026amp; The Hands That Shaped It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis statue is carved from a single block of Deep Red Padauk — one of the hardest and most durable hardwoods available. The wood takes decades to develop its deep reddish grain, and it keeps changing after the carving is done: what arrives as a warm red-orange will slowly deepen into burgundy and chocolate over the years. A living finish that grows more beautiful with time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural warmth of the wood is quietly present in any room — a warm, grounded scent that softens the air without announcing itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery cut was made by hand, using traditional Vietnamese wood chisels — no CNC, no machine assistance. These are family artisans in Thuong Tin district, Hanoi, carrying a craft lineage that stretches back through generations. The slightly uneven texture you may notice at close range is not a flaw. It is the fingerprint of handwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Classical Feng Shui, this statue is traditionally believed to bring the clearest benefit when placed in a quiet corner of the living room or home office — elevated above desk height, ideally facing toward the main entrance, so her compassionate gaze receives those who enter. The Vitarka Mudra is particularly suited to a workspace: many find it encourages clarity and calm decision-making throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid placing the statue directly on the floor, near strong heat sources, or in bathrooms and kitchens — moisture and temperature swings can affect the wood over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e· Material: Solid Deep Red Padauk, sustainably sourced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e· Finish: Natural oil — no chemical varnish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e· Carving: 100% hand-chisel, no CNC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e· Origin: Handcrafted by family artisans, Thuong Tin district, Hanoi, Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 A Gift That Holds Its Meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the mother who has always known how to make a space feel safe. For the friend navigating a season that asks too much. For the new home that deserves a meaningful beginning before the furniture arrives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasions it fits naturally: Mother's Day · Housewarming · Sympathy \u0026amp; Encouragement · Meditation practice · Home altar · Milestone birthday · Year-end gifting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEach order is carefully wrapped to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition, ready to be placed on your altar or given as a thoughtful gift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Buddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48780842893544,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/6123\/6456\/files\/IMG_0061.jpg?v=1784538574","url":"https:\/\/stilllotusstudio.com\/products\/scented-cypress-buddha-statue-for-meditation-hand-carved-sakyamuni-home-sanctuary-copy","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}