Collection: Joy & Optimism: Images for happiness and cheerfulness
Within our curator selection 'Joy', you will find authentic Buddha statues and Asian artworks that symbolize pure happiness, cheerfulness, and positive energy. These carefully selected masterpieces from the Chinese and Indian traditions have been chosen to bring an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and a generous smile into your living space.
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Antique Kinnari, Burma (Myanmar), Mandalay style, ca. 1880–1920 Solid hand-carved teak Pre-1926 antique
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Carved Wooden Panel with Ganesha, India, presumably 19th century
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Wooden Panel with a Depiction of Ganesha, India, 20th century
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Chinese Bronze Incense Burner with Children and Symbols of Good Luck *Lucky Pot
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expressive hand-carved Madonna and Child in heavy tropical hardwood
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Wooden Budai Laughing Buddha – Chinese Diaspora / Southeast Asia
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Antique Indian Wooden Statue of a Rajasthani Bride – Hand-Painted – 74 cm
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Antique Bronze Amitabha Buddha with Lotus Bud and Qing Mark underneath.
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Antique Chinese Pewter Tea Set with Court Ladies & Symbolic Prunus Blossom – Yan Yongli – Ca. 1920 | 1stbuddha.nl
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Indian Sholapith Elephant Statue in Display Case – West Bengal Folk Art – 23.5 cm
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Colonial Ebony Elephant Statue with Mahogany – Hand-Carved Asian Sculpture – 32 cm
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Ganesha | Bronze | 20 cm | Masterful Casting from Indonesia
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Large Hand-Carved Burmese Kinnara – Gilded Hardwood & Glass Inlay – 112 cm
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Large Bronze Budai (Laughing Buddha) – Child Figures & Rich Patina – 46 cm – 8.8 kg
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Old wooden statue of the Laughing Buddha (Budai) – Asia
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Laughing Buddha (Budai) in bronze – lucky symbol lot 141
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Budai – Chinese bronze statue, deep historical patina, possibly early Qing or earlier – lot 139
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Antique Chinese wood carving of a fisherman with a carp
Regular price €89,00 EURRegular priceSale price €89,00 EUR
Authentic Buddha statues for a joyful and positive interior
In Asian art and philosophy of life, cultivating joy (mudita) is one of the highest virtues. The ability to approach life with a light and cheerful spirit is seen as a sign of spiritual maturity. Centuries-old Eastern traditions have beautifully translated this optimism into artworks that radiate unmistakable cheerfulness and warmth. Placing an authentic statue of good fortune in your living environment invites perspective, gratitude, and daily positivity.
At 1stBuddha, we have curated a collection with utmost precision of original, often antique statues specifically selected for their joyful symbolism. From the legendary Chinese Budai (Laughing Buddha) to specific depictions of the Young Buddha; every object in this selection testifies to masterful craftsmanship and historical depth. These artworks serve not only as an aesthetic enrichment of your interior but also as a visual source of optimism and warmth. Every object in our collection comes with a certificate of provenance and authenticity.
In Asian art and philosophy of life, cultivating joy (mudita) is one of the highest virtues. The ability to approach life with a light and cheerful spirit is seen as a sign of spiritual maturity. Centuries-old Eastern traditions have beautifully translated this optimism into artworks that radiate unmistakable cheerfulness and warmth. Placing an authentic statue of good fortune in your living environment invites perspective, gratitude, and daily positivity.
At 1stBuddha, we have curated a collection with utmost precision of original, often antique statues specifically selected for their joyful symbolism. From the legendary Chinese Budai (Laughing Buddha) to specific depictions of the Young Buddha; every object in this selection testifies to masterful craftsmanship and historical depth. These artworks serve not only as an aesthetic enrichment of your interior but also as a visual source of optimism and warmth. Every object in our collection comes with a certificate of provenance and authenticity.

















