Buddha Head - Labradorite (12 cm)

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The Buddha Head is a timeless representation of the Buddha and his enlightened qualities, created to embody the vast wisdom and insight of the awakened one. The elongated earlobes signify his ability to truly hear and perceive reality as it is, while also serving as a reminder of the renunciation of material wealth he once carried in his early life.

This particular Buddha head is masterfully carved from labradorite, with the serene, symmetrical features emerging from a substantial section of raw, untouched stone. The polished face reflects perfect form and harmony, symbolising the balance between Yin and Yang, the feminine and masculine energies. Behind it, the rough labradorite retains its natural ruggedness, catching the light with flashes of iridescent blues, greens, and golds—echoing the stone’s association with mystical insight, hidden truths, and spiritual transformation. To the artist, this union of raw and refined form mirrors the spiritual journey itself: awakening arises not from perfection alone, but from embracing both the polished and untamed aspects of our being.

ABOUT LABRADORITE

Labradorite 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.

ABOUT THE ARTIST - Ram Kumar 

Born 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. After 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.

Kumar's craft predominantly features intricately carved sculptures of Indian deities such as Ganesha, Buddhist figures, such as Buddha statues, and the goddess Tara, and other traditional motifs. His creations, which include spiritual and religious icons, as well as various decorative items, are crafted using diamond tools, ensuring each piece is unique. Inspired by Indian culture and heritage, he often enhances his carvings with gold leaf painting or inlays of colourful gemstones. The 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.

DETAILS:

Artist: Ram Kumar 
Origin: Rajasthan, India
Year: 2025
Medium: Labradorite
Dimensions: 12cm (h), 16cm (l), 10cm (w)
Weight: 2.9 kg

Note: 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.