Buddha Statue

[spicedogs]

This jade Buddha statue is in the entrance of our favorite Chinese buffet restaurant. I don't know why it intrigues me, but it does. Maybe the jade color is somewhat attractive (even though green is my most unfavorite color). I put a link to enable my f-list to view the larger version. It's there that the colors are extremely prominent. What do you think?


  
 

Comments

[greyrider.livejournal.com]

Hotei! He's my favorite Buddha because he's the laughing Buddha. I'm rusty on my symbolism, but I think the things he's carrying are for good health. My restaurants have the good fortune symbols, but this one doesn't seem to have that.

I tend to like the darker jade colors more, but this one has an interesting mix. I like the statue.

[spicedogs.livejournal.com]

Yes, this Buddha is not the usual type. That's why I am so intrigued by it.

[keyserzozie.livejournal.com]

I think its hideousness is mesmerizing. Or maybe you associate it with food...

[spicedogs.livejournal.com]

I like your way of thinking. LOL

[hateful-piglet.livejournal.com]

He is interesting. I am intrigued that they place red wrapping beneath him. Honestly, the marbling in the jade makes it look a little like snot. I do love the happy Buddha. I hope you don't think of snot when you see him on your next trip to the restaurant.
:)

[spicedogs.livejournal.com]

I bet that it is plastic. LOL

[polvodestrella.livejournal.com]

That Buddha is really pretty! I'm on love with Buddhas, and you're right, this one is fascinating. It kind of transmits me a feeling of happiness. Thanks for sharing :)

[spicedogs.livejournal.com]

I do love Buddhas myself. I don't follow any religion, but Buddhism makes more sense than the others.

[boheme06.livejournal.com]

I've always found the milky/cloudy aspect of jade to be intriguing.

[spicedogs.livejournal.com]

Me, too. But I don't like the color green. LOL