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After years of preparation and intense learning, bhiksu monks are ordained to follow a life of meditation in search of nirvana. Inspired by the wise and serene nature of the most famous monks, Indonesian artisan Wayan Rendah creates this suar wood sculpture depicting a mediative bhiksu in his daily mission of reaching enlightenment.
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Very unique and draws curiosity from everyone who sees it. Very well done!
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Beautiful glasses! Love them.
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There are times when you stare at the Sun and it seems like it is staring right back at you.
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You can find our wood sculpture 'Meditative Bhiksu' by Wayan Rendah in sculpture categories such as Religious Sculpture, Spiritual Sculpture, Balinese Traditional Carvings Sculpture, Traditional Sculpture and Thought and Meditation Sculpture. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Microcredit Financing
Wayan Rendah has received 8 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2850 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to invest in a bulk purchase of raw wood for his carvings.
Enabling Education
This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
Job Creator
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Caring for Children
This artist supports children under the age of 18.
The artistry of Wayan Rendah has been featured in numerous periodicals, including Sunset magazine. "It gives me great pleasure when one of my statues inspires somebody," the artist says.
Wayan Rendah's work has been featured in Homemaker's magazine. "I was born in Bali on June 17, 1973. I'm the oldest of seven children in a family... read more