buddha eyes

Buddha throws back his head and laughs out loud in a graceful statuette. Sculpted of suar wood and polished to a sheen, this portrait attests to Wayan Rendah's talent. The laughing Buddha stands for prosperity, happiness and longevity; Balinese people believe that rubbing his belly will bring good luck and fortune.

Closing his eyes, Buddha meditates in a cool, verdant setting. Bo leaves drift through the summer air, recalling the tree that shaded the young lord when he attained enlightenment. All is peace and harmony in this inspiring painting by Sunil Jaiswal. The Indian artist works in his hallmark style, giving a modern feel to his composition.

Created for the World Peace Project, this exceptional Buddha closes his eyes as he peacefully prays for the world, raising his hand to bless his devotees in this magnificent sculpture designed by Motilal & Ayush in India. "Lord Buddha teaches us about peace, happiness and enlightenment,” the artisans say, adding, “The goal of Buddhism is to attain peace within oneself, detaching oneself from worldly suffering and eventually attaining the state of Nirvana.”

Hand-carved from kadam wood with fine detailing, reminding viewers and heralding peace at home and beyond.

With eyes closed in prayer, Buddha seeks peace for the world. Lotus blossoms, his favorite offering, represent peace, love and purity, while heart-shaped leaves recall the bo tree in whose shade he attained enlightenment. Celebrating his timeless beauty, Indian artist Renu Jaiswal paints a reverent portrait.

From the delicate petals of a carved lotus blossom, a seated Buddha emerges, framed by floral latticework. Master woodcarver Wayan Rendah uses local suar wood to carve this statuette, achieving remarkable details. Rendah presents the Buddha figure in a peaceful and meditative state with his eyes closed. The Buddhist teaching of love and meditation plays an important role in the Balinese Hindu belief system. In short, Buddhism preaches that a wholesome existence guided by the right thinking, conduct, livelihood, mindfulness, and concentration will release one from the painful cycle of life and death.