{"product_id":"thai-buddha-statue-vitarka-mudra-hand-carved-padauk-wood","title":"Thai Buddha Statue - Vitarka Mudra, Padauk Wood 30cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eEyes lowered, a quiet half smile, the right hand raised with thumb and forefinger joined in a small circle. This Thai Buddha is carved by hand from a single block of solid African Padauk, with the skin left in a deep natural brown and the flowing robe finished in warm saffron orange. At 30 cm tall it is a true centrepiece for an altar, a meditation room or a living room console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 What Does This Buddha's Hand Position Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe right hand shows \u003cstrong\u003eVitarka Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the gesture of teaching and discussion. The circle made by the thumb and index finger stands for the Wheel of Dharma: a teaching with no beginning and no end, passed on through calm, clear words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe left hand rests open in the lap, palm up, in the spirit of meditation. Together the two hands say: first find stillness, then share what you have understood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure follows the Thai tradition of Buddha images, with a slender rounded ushnisha, finely carved snail-shell curls, long earlobes and a robe draped over the left shoulder, leaving the right shoulder bare. It sits in full lotus, the soles of both feet turned upward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🪵 What Wood Is This Buddha Statue Carved From?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved from a single block of solid \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Padauk\u003c\/strong\u003e, a dense, richly grained hardwood valued across Southeast Asia for its strength and warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe face, chest, hands and feet keep the wood's natural deep brown. The robe is hand-coloured in saffron orange by the artisans, then sanded and polished back so the grain shows through every fold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaped entirely by hand by family artisans in Thuong Tin, Hanoi. No CNC, no mass mold. Look at the hundreds of hair curls, the folds of the robe across the knees and the separate toes: each line is a single deliberate cut, so no two pieces are ever identical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 Dimensions \u0026amp; Feng Shui Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Height: 11.8 in (30 cm)\u003cbr\u003e· Width: 9.8 in (25 cm)\u003cbr\u003e· Depth: 5.1 in (13 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA substantial statue, about the height of a standard sheet of paper. It anchors a home altar, mantel, bookshelf, reception desk or meditation corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally a Buddha image is kept raised, at or above eye level when seated, and never placed directly on the floor, in a bathroom or under a staircase. The optional carved wood stand lifts the statue to the right height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacing the main entrance or the east of the room is traditionally believed to welcome calm and clarity into the home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ Choose Your Option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatue Only\u003c\/strong\u003e: the hand-carved Padauk Buddha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Base (Deal -30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e: adds the carved wooden altar stand with scroll-cut apron and curved legs shown in the photos, at 30% off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎁 Is This a Good Housewarming or Meaningful Gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYes. It is a meaningful gift for a teacher, a mentor, a meditation or yoga practitioner, or anyone who leads and guides others, since the Vitarka gesture honours the act of teaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso a beautiful first piece for a new home, an office opening, a retirement, or for someone looking for a fresh, calm start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Packaging \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach statue is individually wrapped, cushioned and boxed to arrive exactly as it left the workshop. Ships worldwide from Hanoi, Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Buddha","offers":[{"title":"Statue Only","offer_id":68012478071016,"sku":null,"price":284.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add Base (Deal -30%)","offer_id":68012478103784,"sku":null,"price":383.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/6123\/6456\/files\/IMG_0295.jpg?v=1793117326","url":"https:\/\/stilllotusstudio.com\/products\/thai-buddha-statue-vitarka-mudra-hand-carved-padauk-wood","provider":"Still Lotus Studio VN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}