Bodhidharma’s Reed Crossing – Exquisite Golden Nanmu Wood Carving

Inspired by a Buddhist story, this exquisite golden nanmu wood carving pays homage to the legend of "crossing the river with a reed." Rooted in the history of Bodhidharma, a revered monk from the Southern and Northern Dynasties, this masterpiece captures the essence of a significant moment in Buddhist lore.

During the Liu and Song Dynasties of the Southern Dynasties, Bodhidharma arrived in Guangzhou aboard a merchant ship. Upon learning of Emperor Wu of Liang's deep connection to Buddhism, he embarked on a journey to Jinling for a profound discourse on the Dharma. Their meeting, however, concluded with a parting of ways due to philosophical differences.

Legend has it that Bodhidharma, continuing his mission to propagate Buddhism in the north, crossed the mighty Yangtze River. In an extraordinary feat, he traversed the river by stepping delicately on a single reed. This remarkable event became the basis for the timeless idiom "crossing the river with a reed."

Embrace the artistry of this golden nanmu wood carving, which encapsulates the spiritual significance of Bodhidharma's legendary river crossing.

Golden Nanmu (Chinese: 楠木) is a precious wood that is unique to China and South Asia, and has a wavy or quilted grain pattern. Nanmu was historically used for boat building, architectural woodworking, furniture and sculptural carving in China due to its resistance to decay with little splitting or warping. Nanmu is officially a protected species in China due to deforestation, disease, and pollution.

Details and Dimensions

• Sizes: 12.2" H
• Material: Golden Nanmu Wood
• Color: Wood
• Theme: Buddhism
• Style: Buddhism
• Weight: 5 lbs

Shipping and Returns

• Delivery Time: Typically 3-5 business days
• Returns: 7 day return policy
• Delivery Cost: Global Free Shipping