Custom
& Bespoke Buddha Statue Commissions — Made-to-Order in Bali
A custom Buddha statue from Bali is a made-to-order piece
hand-carved (or cast, in bronze) to your exact size, pose, mudra,
material and finish — from a drawing, reference photo or dimensions you
provide — rather than picked off a shelf. At Suryana Buddha
Atelier, bespoke commissions are where our craft shines. Founder and
master carver Wayan Suryana personally reviews every custom brief,
chooses the right stone or bronze, and oversees the carving from block
to finished figure. If the exact statue you picture doesn’t exist yet,
we’ll carve it.
Whether you want a specific size to fit an alcove, a family pose, a
temple replica, or a matched pair for a gateway, this page explains how
commissioning works, what’s possible, and how to start.
Start your commission — send a
reference & dimensions — a sketch, a photo and a size are enough
for us to begin.
What you can customise
Almost everything about a Buddha statue can be made to order:
- Size — from a small custom head to a monumental,
life-size garden or temple piece. - Pose (asana) — meditating, earth-touching,
teaching, reclining, standing, or a specific traditional posture. - Mudra — the hand gesture, matched to your intention
(peace, protection, giving, teaching). - Material — paras
stone, black lava, or cast
bronze, chosen for your climate and look. - Finish — natural grey, antique/distressed,
moss-encouraged, or bronze patina. - Details — base and plinth style, robe patterning,
facial character, and inscriptions.
You can also commission matched sets — a standing
Buddha flanked by a pair of smaller pieces, or a coordinated collection
for a spa or hotel.
How a bespoke commission
works
1. Share your vision. Send us whatever you have — a
rough sketch, a reference photo of a statue you admire, or just a
written description with a target size and where it will live. Send it
through the inquiry form or WhatsApp.
2. We advise & quote. Wayan reviews the brief
personally. We recommend the material and finish that suit your climate
and budget (a coastal garden and a meditation room call for different
stone), confirm feasibility, and send a price and timeline. Read how to order a
custom Buddha statue from Bali for a full walkthrough of this
step.
3. We carve to spec. Your piece is hand-carved in
our Batubulan workshop. For larger commissions we can share progress
photos so you see it take shape.
4. Finishing & approval. We seal outdoor stone,
apply your chosen finish, and Wayan signs off before anything is
crated.
5. Crate & ship worldwide. We build a custom
crate and ship to your address; see shipping
& export.
Sizing and lead times
Custom lead times depend on scale and complexity. As a guide:
- Small custom pieces (heads, tabletop) — a couple of
weeks. - Mid-size garden Buddhas (100–150 cm) — several
weeks of carving plus finishing. - Large & life-size / monumental — longer; these
are significant works and we’ll give you a firm schedule.
We’ll always confirm the timeline in writing with your quote, and
factor in crating and freight to your region — see how long does Bali
statue shipping take.
Choosing material for a
commission
The material is the first big decision, and we help you get it
right:
- Paras stone — best for fine detail and a soft
temple look in shaded, humid gardens and interiors. - Black lava stone — dense and tough, ideal for
coastal or fully exposed sites and modern dark aesthetics. - Cast bronze — crisp detail, warm sheen and
near-zero maintenance outdoors; superb for standing figures.
If you’re unsure, tell us the setting and we’ll recommend. For deeper
reading, see best material for
an outdoor Buddha statue and bronze vs stone Buddha
statue.
Common custom commissions we
love
- A meditating Buddha sized precisely for a zen garden or
courtyard. - A reclining Buddha for a spa lawn.
- A standing bronze Buddha for an entrance or
gateway. - A temple-style replica for a private shrine or
meditation space. - A Buddha head in a specific finish for an interior
feature wall. - Matched pairs and coordinated hospitality
sets.
For pose and mudra meaning to guide your choice, see Buddha poses & mudras
explained and browse the collection for inspiration.
Why commission from the
atelier
A bespoke Buddha is a personal object, so it matters who makes it. At
Suryana Buddha Atelier you commission directly from a third-generation
Batubulan carving family — not a factory taking anonymous orders. Wayan
Suryana’s judgement on stone, pose and proportion is exactly what turns
a brief into a serene, well-balanced statue. Our lineage is on the about page, and our quality and authenticity promises
on the trust page. Wholesale buyers can commission
volume bespoke through our wholesale page.
Frequently asked questions
Can you carve a Buddha statue to my exact size? Yes
— custom size is our most common request. Send your dimensions (and
where it will live) and we’ll confirm feasibility and quote. Start on
the contact page.
Can I commission a statue from a photo or drawing?
Yes. A reference photo, a sketch, or a written description with a target
size is enough for us to begin. See how to order a
custom Buddha statue.
How long does a custom Buddha statue take? From a
couple of weeks for small pieces to several weeks or more for large and
life-size commissions, plus crating and shipping. We confirm the
timeline with your quote.
Can I choose the material and finish? Yes — paras
stone, black lava or cast bronze, in natural, antique, moss or patina
finishes. We’ll recommend the best fit for your climate.
Do you make custom pieces for hotels and resorts?
Yes — coordinated bespoke sets at volume, shipped by container. See wholesale and hotel
sourcing.
How do you ship a large custom statue safely? In a
custom-built timber crate with foam, strapping and corner protection, by
air or ocean container, worldwide. See shipping & export.
Have a vision for a one-of-a-kind Buddha? Start
your commission or message us on WhatsApp. Return to the Suryana Buddha Atelier home page, or explore the material
you have in mind — stone Buddha
statues.