According to Chinese history, Budai was an eccentric monk  who lived in China during 907–923 CE. He was a native of Fenghua, and his Buddhist name was Qieci (which translates as "promise this.") He was considered a man with a good and loving character.

A stunning, handcarved small wooden figure of Buddha. Our Buddhas have been carved in Bali using traditional methods of the island. Each carver has taken years perfecting his or her skill to able to create work to this standard. Due to the handmade nature of this item, each Buddha will be unique!

A beautiful, handcarved wooden figure of the enlightened one, Buddha. Our Buddhas have been carved in Bali using a traditional method of the island, each carver has taken years perfecting his or her skill to able to create work to this standard. The handcarved nature of our Buddhas makes each one unique!

A handcarved wooden statue of the founder of Buddhism. Our Buddhas have been carved in Bali using traditional methods of the island, each carver has taken years perfecting his or her skill to able to create work to this standard. Due to the handmade nature of this item, each Buddha will be unique!

A mini version of our popular wooden laughing Buddha.

Known as Budai and nicknamed the laughing Buddha, he is a representation of contentment and abundance. It is said that rubbing his protruding belly will bring forth wealth, good luck, and prosperity.

These fantastic detailed handcarvings depict Budai, nicknamed the Laughing Buddha. He is a representation of contentment and abundance. It is said that rubbing his protruding belly will bring forth wealth, good luck, and prosperity.

This expressive face belongs to Budai, often known as the Laughing Buddha. Carefully carved to highlight his happy demeanour, he is a representation of contentment and abundance.

This highly detailed and intricate woodcarving of Lord Shiva depicts him in his benevolent aspect in a yogic pose. Each one has been carefully handcarved in Bali by a skilled artisan.

Handcarved in Bali from suar wood, these beautiful yogis display the excellent ability and craftsmanship of the island's carvers. There are many fascinating legends associated with these mysterious figures.

Showing an incredible level of artisanship, this marvellous statue of Lord Buddha is made from brass and then intricately decorated with glorious turquoise, colourful red coral and deep lapis lazuli. They are truly beautiful statues and would make an exquisite centrepiece to a shrine or display.

These fantastic bronze castings depict Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. They each incorporate a robe of verdigris into the casting.

This bronze figurine depicts Budai, sometimes called 'The Laughing Buddha.' Not to be confused with Gautama Buddha, Budai is celebrated in Chinese folklore and is commonly thought to bring good luck and prosperity.

These wonderfully intricate bronze figurines depict the elephant headed Hindu deity Ganesh. In this casting one can see the symbolic items he is holding. Ganesh is a very popular God and is often referred to as 'the remover of obstacles.'

A beautiful intricate metal casting of Shiva, the supreme God, depicted dancing in the Nataraja form.

This stunning piece is made from Indian metal and stands at around 10cm tall.

An intricate, Nepalese made, mini metal figurine of Buddha. There are several variations in the depiction of Buddha and each has its own significant meaning. Variations in the position of the hands are known as 'mudra.' The mudra shown in our metal Buddhas is probably the most common and is known as the 'touching the earth' mudra.