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Laughing Buddha Sculpture, "Laughing Buddha"

Product ID: 224210

Eyes closed with mirth, a rotund Buddha laughs out loud. The Laughing Buddha represents prosperity, happiness and longevity. Balinese people believe... more

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Eyes closed with mirth, a rotund Buddha laughs out loud. The Laughing Buddha represents prosperity, happiness and longevity. Balinese people believe that rubbing his belly will bring good luck and prosperity. Wonderfully carved by hand, this diminutive acacia wood sculpture is the work of Made Mulyani.

  • 0.25 kgs
  • 0.6 lbs
  • 8 cm H x 8 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 3.1" H x 3.1" W x 3.1" D

  • Acacia wood
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Made in Indonesia
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesiaicon info
  • Product ID: 224210
Made Mulyani
Made Mulyani

Bali and Java

Hand-carved wood masks and panels

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225

Penelope

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Feb 25, 2021

“Peaceful”

This artist?s sculptures are not only beautiful, but also bring me a feeling of peace when I hold them. I find myself reaching for this Buddha when I feel stressed. I have other works from this artist and I plan to buy more.

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Virginia

From Escondido, California

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Jun 08, 2023

“Most appreciated.”

Have this lovely Buddha sitting on my desk to remind me to be a better person.

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Ashley

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Oct 22, 2022

“Absolutely perfect!”

So lovely! Arrived quickly and beautifully packaged. Another reviewer mentioned the bottom wasnt flat. This was not the case with mine. It sits fine.

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Carol

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Apr 09, 2025

“Simply exquisite!”

I bought this to replace a metal sculpture I bought at Pier One years ago. This is so much more beautiful and intricate.

Purchased Item Royal Flower, Traditional Balinese Floral Wood Round Relief Panel Carving

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Karin

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Dec 30, 2024

“Beautiful peace lily”

Lovely peace lily panel, so beautifully crafted and finely detailed. Just an absolutely wonderful piece. All items from Novica come so well packed too, never a worry about anything happening to them!

Purchased Item Innocent Lily, Hand-Carved Traditional Lily-Themed Suar Wood Relief Panel

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Fred

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Dec 27, 2024

“Even more impressive in person”

My sister loved this beautiful piece, and I m grateful that there are artists out there as talented as Made!

Wall hanging This was a gift for Sister Occasion: Christmas
Purchased Item Rainbow Garden, Floral & Leaf Wood Relief Panel Carved and Painted by Hand

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Preserving Traditions

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Enabling Education

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.

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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Made Mulyani has received a $1600 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

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Made Mulyani Hand-carved wood masks and panels

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"My parents and my brother taught me to make sculptures. I started by watching them carving wood at home. I was excited with the final results and worked hard at learning how to create them."

"I was born in 1975 to a wood carver family in a small town in Bali. We live in a rural area of the island that is so peaceful and where kinship... read more

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