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Handmade Natural Soapstone Sculpture, "Laughing Buddha"

Product ID: 186802

Lord Buddha is mirthful as he throws back his head and laughs out loud. The laughing Buddha represents prosperity, happiness and longevity; many... more

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Lord Buddha is mirthful as he throws back his head and laughs out loud. The laughing Buddha represents prosperity, happiness and longevity; many believe that rubbing his belly will bring good luck and fortune. Gulam Rasool presents this delightful image carved from soapstone.

As natural soapstone is used, please expect the color to vary.

  • 2.21 kgs
  • 4.9 lbs
  • 23 cm H x 10 cm W x 7.5 cm D
  • 9" H x 3.9" W x 3" D

  • Soapstone
  • Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
  • Made in India
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indiaicon info
  • Product ID: 186802
Gulam Rasool
Gulam Rasool

India

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James

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Jul 15, 2020

“Mirthful sculpture!”

This is a great sculpture! Nice quality with good detail and nice polished finish. Heirloom quality. Mr. Rasool has created a great sculpture with skill! Very happy with this purchase !!!~***~!!!~***~!!!

Living room display

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Ginny

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Sep 14, 2021

“A Must”

It was all and more than I wanted or expected. BEAUTIFULLY MADE. GREAT QUALITY. A TRUE TREASURE.

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Rebecca

From United States

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Jun 27, 2018

“LOVE!!!”

When I saw this sculpture I immediately thought of Mom. She recently passed and this is the perfect reminder of her presence, her joy and all the love she shared with the world. Choose to be happy!

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Theresa

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Jul 21, 2025

“Jewelry Box”

This was beautiful and unique with this Alabaster. Thanking this artist for his specialty and your excellent service. I love buying from you Novica

Purchased Item Blooming Traditions, Handcrafted Alabaster Jali Jewelry Box from India

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Marian

From NC

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Jul 18, 2025

“Beautiful, delightfu!, and meaningful!”

I ordered these in addition to the soapstone carved box. I have a thing for elephants. They are beautifully carved and hold a carving within a carving. There is another smaller elephant just visible within. For me, it symbolically represents each of our species carry the future within, along with the wisdom and the hope to endure and survive. Elephant figurines with their trunks curved down represent wisdom and the abiity to overcome obstacles. I would like to think they speak to the even deeper wisdom carried within.....Ancestral and what is even deeper within us that is available to us to draw upon.

Purchased Item Royal March, 3 Elephant Jali Openwork Hand-Carved Soapstone Figurines

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Marian

From NC

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Jul 18, 2025

“I am thrilled with this box. It will be cherished.”

This box exceeded my expecations. The workmanship is impecable. The shipping/packaging was outstanding. When someone cares about their work, they will also care that it arrives undamaged, and as a recipient of their artistry I apreciated it. You are a master craftsman.Thank you sir.

Purchased Item Royal Palace, Unique Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box from India

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.

Elder Master

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.

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"After years of hard work, I was honoured with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."

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