{"product_id":"statue-bouddha-joyeux-bois-suar-30-cm","title":"Laughing Buddha Statue 30 cm Suar Wood – Vintage Mint Blue Finish (Balinese Craft)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA handmade solid wood sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis statue depicts the Laughing Buddha (Hotei) hand-carved from Suar wood (Albizia Saman). The piece is worked from the solid: roughing, shaping, carving details, then applying the patina.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis process guarantees two essential points:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- The relief is real: \u003c\/strong\u003eeach curve and each fold of the drapery comes from direct carving (no molding).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Each statue is unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e the wood and the artisan's hand never produce the same result twice.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the \"Vintage\" edition justify its price?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnlike a classic finish, the vintage look is not just a simple coat of paint. It requires a much greater investment of time on the part of the artisan:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Multi-layer preparation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe artisan applies several layers of mint blue pigments by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Manual aging process: \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce dry, the statue is sanded and manually aged in strategic places to reveal the solid wood.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Time as a quality factor: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis \"old-fashioned patina\" work requires several days of additional handling compared to a raw or waxed statue.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Rarity: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis complex technique limits production. By choosing this edition, you are purchasing a piece with a unique character, impossible to industrialize.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuar wood: the excellence of sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSuar is prized for its density and grain. On this Laughing Buddha, it allows for:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- A clear reading of expressions:\u003c\/strong\u003e the smile and gaze are precise and expressive.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Great stability: \u003c\/strong\u003eit is a heavy wood (~3.4 kg) that ensures excellent durability over time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism: Happiness and Prosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Laughing Buddha is the universal symbol of luck and abundance:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Positive energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it is traditionally placed to welcome visitors and spread joy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Fulfillment:\u003c\/strong\u003e its posture and plumpness symbolize satisfaction and success.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Height: \u003c\/strong\u003e30 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~ 28 × 15 × 30 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e~ 3.4 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suar wood (Albizia Saman)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Finish: \u003c\/strong\u003eVintage mint blue (hand-patinated appearance)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bali \/ Indonesia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Dusting:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft dry cloth (microfiber).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e water, household products or solvents to preserve the patina.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoors, away from humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ - Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the statue received the one in the photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hand-carved solid wood. The model and color are identical, but the natural variations of the wood and the nuances of the patina vary from piece to piece. Your piece is unique with its own soul.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this finish more expensive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price reflects the extra hours of work spent by the Balinese artisan to create this aged effect. It is a luxury finish that requires superior technical expertise to achieve a credible vintage look.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Suar wood strong?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the most stable woods in the world for indoor carving. At 3.4 kg, the statue is massive, robust and will not degrade over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the mint blue color fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The patina is designed to be stable. Simple dry dusting is enough to maintain the vibrancy of the color and the contrasts of the vintage finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I put it in my garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This piece is an indoor craft artwork. Humidity and rain would destroy the handmade patina and alter the structure of the Suar wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AWGifts Dropship","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52556536217933,"sku":"vhcbs-03","price":189.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/2098\/1581\/files\/2225736764734152829.jpg?v=1778678757","url":"https:\/\/karmicartisan.com\/en\/products\/happy-buddha-statue-suar-wood-30-cm","provider":"Karmic Artisan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}