Burl Wood Happy Monk Sculpture with Prayer Beads

Created from a single piece of burl wood, the Happy Monk sculpture is adorned with a Sterling Silver head, hands and feet. Further embellishments include Maw Sit Sit jade earrings and prayer beads finished with gold leaf, bringing warmth, symbolism and intricate detail to the composition.

The Happy Monk is a celebration of craftsmanship, material intelligence and joyful expression. Carved from a naturally formed piece of burl wood, each sculpture is shaped by the unique contours, grain patterns and character of the original material. As no two burls are ever alike, every Happy Monk is entirely unique, ensuring that each piece remains a one-of-a-kind work of art.

The combination of burl wood, Sterling Silver, Maw Sit Sit jade and gold leaf creates a rich interplay of textures and materials. The silver elements provide refinement and contrast, while the jade earrings and prayer beads introduce cultural symbolism and decorative detail. Together, these materials transform the sculpture into a characterful object that balances artistry, humour and craftsmanship.

This Happy Monk burl wood sculpture by Lotus Arts de Vivre is a luxury decorative sculpture, collectible monk figure and statement home décor object, carved from a single piece of burl wood with Sterling Silver head, hands and feet, Maw Sit Sit jade earrings and gold-leaf prayer beads. The design sits within strong search categories such as burl wood sculpture, monk sculpture, Happy Monk statue, Asian-inspired home décor, Sterling Silver sculpture, prayer bead sculpture, jade accent décor, luxury wood sculpture and collectible objet d’art. Burl wood is strongly associated with unique grain, sculptural furniture, decorative interiors and statement design, while Maw Sit Sit is recognised as a rare Myanmar gemstone material used in carving and jewellery, strengthening the piece’s relevance for collectors of rare materials, spiritual décor and handcrafted luxury art objects.

The creation of each Happy Monk requires significant expertise across multiple disciplines. From the initial design concept and sculpting of the form to the carving of the wood and the execution of the silverwork, every stage is carried out with exceptional care and precision.

Eight master craftsmen contributed to the production of this piece, requiring a combined twelve weeks of dedicated work to complete. The result is a timeless sculpture that embodies the spirit of Lotus Arts de Vivre’s approach to art, craftsmanship and natural materials.

Size: 34 (W) × 34 (L) × 30 (H) cm
Weight: 9.8 kg