beautiful buddha

A smiling image of Buddha represents the path in life that Many Thai people taken. Sakchai conveys sensations of peace in this beautiful painting. Quiet blue shadows caress the lovely image.

Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist nation, filled with breathtaking ancient temples, pagodas and other architectural wonders constructed to worship Buddha. In Thailand images of Buddha play an important role beyond mere decoration. They are traditionally placed within the home in special locations, such as shrines or pedestals, to help facilitate everyday religious worship.

Said to be the tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment, the Bodhi Tree has great spiritual significance for Buddhists everywhere. The talented artisans Thatsanee and Ramphan from Thailand depict the Bodhi Tree beautifully on this green celadon bud vase. The vase features the crackled finish that is typical of celadon ceramics.

Said to be the tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment, the Bodhi Tree has great spiritual significance for Buddhists everywhere. The talented artisans Thatsanee and Ramphan from Thailand depict the Bodhi Tree beautifully on this petite green celadon bud vase. The vase features the crackled finish that is typical of celadon ceramics.

A golden pipal branch reaches across the black night sky toward the moon. Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating beneath such a tree, which became known as a bodhi, or "enlightened" tree. Parinya Nanjai creates these beautiful images with golden foil, framing his work in brown bamboo.

Leaves rustle on a bodhi tree, the peaceful image gracing a handcrafted teapot and cups. Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating in the shade of such a tree. Working in Thailand's legendary celadon technique, Thatsanee and Ramphan create a beautiful tea set for two.

The rattan handle can be removed for use in the microwave and dishwasher.

Rawat Vongla of Thailand works in acrylics on canvas to paint an otherworldly metaphorical scene. Above swirling waters of blue and lavender, a beautiful lotus dominates the canvas. The lotus flower represents purity and enlightenment for practitioners of Buddhism. The calming pastel color palette will enhance the serenity of any space.