Wooden Sitting Buddha Statue With Vitarka Mudra Handcrafted In Indonesia 16" H 


This exquisite and artistically refined meditating Buddha Statue is completely handmade by skilled artisans in Indonesia using traditional carving techniques passed down through generations.

It is hand carved from swar wood, a non-endangered hardwood with a straight grain which makes it easy to carve and to provide a high gloss finish.  This beautiful meditating Buddha statue features naturally occurring shades of light and dark wooden color bringing a sense of warmth and serenity to your ambiance.

Serenity and peace is what you will feel when you see this unique meditating Buddha statue in which the Buddha is meditating with hand positioned in Vitarka mudra, the teaching gesture or transmission of wisdom mudra.

Vitarka is a term coming from Sanskrit meaning â reasoning, a consideration€ or deliberation.€ It is also called the discussion Mudra,€ a sign given when a teacher wishes to impart knowledge.

This meditating Buddha Statue is a true and unique work of art that will add a special touch of peacefulness and serenity to your home, office or studio.

Dimensions:  16 inches tall by 12 inches wide
This is a fair trade item imported from Indonesia.

What is Fair Trade?

 Fair trade is an approach to business and to development based on dialogue, transparency, and respect that seeks to create greater equity in the international trading system. Fair Trade supports farmers and artisans in developing countries who are socially and economically marginalized, empowering them to achieve their dreams for themselves and their families. Under- and unemployed artisans are provided with an opportunity to earn vital income and improve their quality of life.  Behind every basket and necklace that we offer, you'll find a story of positive change, a story of an empowered artisan or farmer who works in a safe environment, can send his or her children to school, and can save for the future with the reliable income he or she earns through fair trade.

Did you know that most artisans around the world who create the most exquisite handcrafted items have trouble reaching their natural markets due to poverty, poor information and the disadvantage of being small-lot producers in an age of high technology and mass distribution?

              

Because these talented artisans are small-lot producers residing in remote regions of the world, they have difficulty accessing the U.S. market. The complexities and expense of transferring goods from remote villages naturally create a barrier between artisans and consumers. These artisans could feed their families and send their children to school, if we were to purchase the high-quality goods they know how to make.

                            

Artisan Connections offers exquisite Fair Trade  products to increase visibility and provide a marketplace for these unique goods from across the globe. The items we offer emphasize sustainability, fairness, and transparency while empowering artisans to achieve their dreams. Some of the Fair Trade organizations we work with return 60%-70% of sales to these artisans  while others pay them  in advance or help with supplies and housing to help improve their lives.

 By buying one of these unique products from far-away cultures, you are helping keep the ancient artisan traditions of these fascinating communities, alive.


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  • We ship to the Lower 48 States only (Does NOT include Hawaii or Alaska)
  • We cannot ship to PO Boxes/APO's
  • We cannot combine shipping.
  • No Local Pickup.

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