RESPECT AND GOOD FORTUNE

This beautiful ensemble includes a monk statue with alms bowl and a set of 3 peacock feathers, complete with the blackened metal supports.

The monk statue was made by hand in hardened sand by local artisans on the island of Java in Indonesia, known since antiquity for their exquisite carving techniques. It’s depicting a Buddhist monk with an Alms bowl, given to him at his initiation and being one of the most important symbols in his life.

Alms are money, food, or other goods given to people in poverty, considered an act of virtue or charity called Almsgiving. It’s a widespread practice across different religions and cultures. In Buddhism, Almsgiving is the respect given by a Buddhist to a Buddhist monk, nun or spiritually-developed person and being. It’s not considered charity, but a symbolic connection to the spiritual realm, showing humbleness and respect, connecting the human to the monk or nun. It’s believed to be the beginning of one's journey to Nirvana.

Also the feathers come from Java and are considered a powerful and mythical symbol in many different cultures of the world. The peacock feather is said to absorb negative energies, protect the wearer from any bad happenings and bringing good luck. The peacock is also believed to be the manifestation of the celestial phoenix bird, and its feathers are often recommended in Feng Shui as a love cure. 

The suite comes with the stories of the artefacts printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope. Being artisan crafted with organic materials, each piece is slightly different containing beautiful, natural imperfections. Books not included.

DIMENSIONS INCLUDING THE BLACKENED METAL SUPPORTS:

• The monk statue: ca 30 x 16 x 12cm
• The set of 3 feathers: heights vary between around 43 - 75cm tall with the stand. Each piece is different with a natural, unique motif and divisions/openings in the feathers. Please contact us if you'd like to select a specific set from our stock, otherwise we will select a beautiful one for you. In these photo's you see samples of 3 different sets.