Carved Wooden Praying Buddha material-linen Camphor was a popular wood

Camphor was a popular wood as it acts as a natural insect repellent but elm was also favoured

long handle fitted

Group a few together for a lovely visual display on a wall

they came across the tomb of a Han dynasty general and discovered over 200 bronzes - figures of men

The body of the lion is etched with decorative

Carved Wooden Praying Buddha material-linen Camphor was a popular woodThese serene looking buddhas, seated in the lotus position with hands clasped in prayer, are hand carved from wood and given an aged appearance. As they are produced by hand, each one is very slightly different and their robes are painted in muted greens, reds and blues.