Leave Unrest Behind Hand-Carved Hibiscus Wood Buddha Sculpture from Indonesia Ruben and Gilda Perez peridot & dyed quartz

peridot & dyed quartz

4 sisters: 1

By Arnon Thongkaew in Thailand

superbly crafted of sterling silver

Artisans print the leafy design on a pair of flax-colored cotton cushion covers

Leave Unrest Behind Hand-Carved Hibiscus Wood Buddha Sculpture from Indonesia Ruben and Gilda Perez peridot & dyed quartzThis original and impressive sculpture by Indonesian artisan Wayan Rendah invites us to leave our unrest behind. Holding one hand in a symbol of meditation, Buddha sits in a cross legged posture, carefully carved by hand from a single piece of hibiscus wood. A stunning attention to detail is lavished over Buddha's hair and flowing clothes, and the back of the sculpture is allowed to showcase the hibiscus wood's natural form, representing the things we