{"title":"Buddha \u0026 Mudras","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sitting-buddha-amethyst-22-cm","title":"Sitting Buddha - Amethyst (23 cm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall 0458854898 for more information or visit us in Melbourne at Southgate Shopping Centre, 3 Southgate Avenue, Southbank, 3006.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuddha head statues stand as timeless symbols of serenity, wisdom, and enlightenment, infusing any space with a profound sense of tranquility and spiritual presence. These iconic representations of the Buddha's head, often depicted with relaxed eyes and a serene expression, serve as reminders of mindfulness and inner peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe significance of Buddha head statues lies in their ability to evoke a sense of calm and introspection, inviting viewers to pause and reflect amidst the chaos of everyday life. Placing a Buddha head statue in a space can create a focal point for meditation and contemplation, encouraging individuals to connect with their inner selves and cultivate a deeper sense of awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Amethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eAmethyst is a stone of spiritual protection, inner peace, and clarity of mind, long revered for its rich violet hues and calming energy. It is believed to soothe stress, quiet the mind, and enhance meditation by creating a tranquil space within the self. Often associated with spiritual wisdom, amethyst is said to open intuition, deepen one’s connection to higher consciousness, and support emotional balance. Its purifying qualities are thought to help release negative patterns, promote restful sleep, and encourage a sense of harmony. Across cultures, amethyst has been cherished as both a talisman of serenity and a guide toward spiritual awakening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Artist - Ram Kumar \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBorn on August 14, 1964, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Kumar started his training in 1975 under his mentor and father, Shree Chotey Lal Kumawat, at the tender age of ten. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAfter a decade of rigorous training, Ram Kumar established his own workshop in 1986. Over the past 40 years, he has built a legacy of exquisite craftsmanship, working primarily with high-grade semi-precious gemstones and crystals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eKumar's craft predominantly features intricately carved sculptures of Indian deities such as Ganesha, Buddhist figures, such as Buddha statues,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eand the goddess Tara, and other traditional motifs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHis creations, which include spiritual and religious icons, as well as various decorative items, are crafted using diamond tools, ensuring each piece is unique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eInspired by Indian culture and heritage, he often enhances his carvings with gold leaf painting or inlays of colourful gemstones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe materials he uses range from ruby, emerald, and sapphire to rose quartz, lapis lazuli, and tiger eye, each chosen for their natural beauty and spiritual significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ram Kumar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Rajasthan, India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amethyst\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e23cm(h) x 13cm(l) x 7cm(w)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.16 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote: With all hand made stone and wood sculptures, there might be some natural erosion with cracks and spots, but that adds to the one of a kind pieces that we sell here at Mystik River.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mystik River","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42571626774609,"sku":null,"price":1100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/2950\/5105\/files\/16_51015d2b-38ce-4922-8eea-159ae8dd670f.png?v=1754638940"},{"product_id":"buddha-head-labradorite-9-5-cm","title":"Buddha Head - Labradorite (9.5 cm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCall \u003cstrong\u003e0458854898\u003c\/strong\u003e for more information or visit us in \u003cstrong\u003eMelbourne\u003c\/strong\u003e at Southgate Centre, 3 Southgate Avenue, Southbank, 3006.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Buddha Head is a popular representation of the Buddha and his characteristics. Statues of Buddha Heads are created to represent the vast wealth of knowledge he possessed, being the awakened one. The elongated earlobes represent the Buddha’s ability to hear or perceive reality as it is, and serve as a reminder of the renunciation of the wealth he was once weighed down by. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist's skill and technique allows for depiction of the Buddha in perfect form and absolute symmetry. A symmetry that defines a balance between Yin and Yang (feminine and masculine) energies. The artist sees the Buddha as a universal symbol of love, harmony and inner peace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT LABRADORITE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabradorite is a stone of transformation and mystical insight, celebrated for its iridescent flashes of color that mirror the magic and mystery of the unseen. It is believed to awaken intuitive abilities, enhance psychic perception, and strengthen the connection to higher realms of consciousness. Often called the “stone of magic,” Labradorite protects the aura from unwanted energies while encouraging exploration of one’s inner landscape. Its shifting play of light is said to remind us that reality is layered and full of hidden possibilities. When carved into a Buddha head, Labradorite becomes a captivating emblem of spiritual awakening, inner guidance, and the ever-unfolding journey toward self-discovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE ARTIST - Ram Kumar \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBorn on August 14, 1964, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Kumar started his training in 1975 under his mentor and father, Shree Chotey Lal Kumawat, at the tender age of ten. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAfter a decade of rigorous training, Ram Kumar established his own workshop in 1986. 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