This striking Face of the Buddha statue head is serene with a gaze that is cast downwards and inwards as if in a meditative state. The emphasis in this image is on the eyes; in traditional Buddhist teachings, if we are wise we can see beyond material things. It is believed that people can become distracted and deluded by greed, hatred and ignorance. These desires confuse and then lead us to suffering. People can become distressed, depressed, anxious and suffer. These things can be called the darkness of life. Only the wisdom to see truth within ourselves and outside ourselves will lead the world out of the darkness. This artifact was collected in Nepal 15 years ago, and was created between 1960-80. Its painted wooden surface is beautifully well worn from cleaning and loving care. #faceofthebuddha #buddhahead #buddhaheadstatue #vintagebuddha #handcarvedbuddha #woodenbuddha #carvedwoodbuddha #carvedwood #vintagesculpture #buddhasculpture #1960sbuddha #nepal #nepalbuddha #uniquebuddha #meditation #mondaymotivation #shop #nyc #unionsquare #beadsofparadise (at Beads of Paradise NYC) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTNCJ6_H9vD/?utm_medium=tumblr