Laozi Statue Click image to enlarge Description This is a cold cast resin statue of the ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi with bronze plate and hand painted accents. This statue is a respectful representation that is substantial with good weight. Details Condition: Brand New Design: Laozi Material: Resin with Bronze Plate Overall Size: Approx. 10" x 8" x 3.75" Item Weight: Approx. 3 lbs, 11 oz Laozi (or Lao Tzu) was a famous philosopher of ancient China (best known as the author of the Tao Te Ching) and traditionally considered the founder of philosophical Taoism. He is also revered as a deity in most religious forms of Taoist philosophy, which often refers to Laozi as Taishang Laojun, or "One of the Three Pure Ones". The text carved on the front reads: "The way that can be told of is not an unvarying way; The names that can be named are not unvarying names." These famous first lines of the Tao Te Ching state that the Tao is nameless, goes beyond distinctions, and transcends language. The back of the statue is carved with the Chinese version. SEE OUR ENTIRE SELECTION OF HIGH QUALITY BUDDHIST AND HINDU STATUES IN THE STATUARY SECTION OF OUR STORE. Shipping Calculated to location within the United States International Buyers International shipping charges are calculated to location in the 'Shipping and Payments' tab near the top of this page. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. 'International First Class Mail' can take up to 6 business weeks for delivery depending on destination country, destination customs, and local or origin peak holiday shipping season. Faster 'International Priority Mail' shipping options are also available at checkout for most items. About Us The Tiny Dragon is a U.S. owned and operated 'e-retail' company. Our mission is to provide unique and affordable items of quality, promptly delivered to your complete satisfaction. Our items are shipped directly to you from our headquarters in beautiful Portland, Oregon USA. View our entire inventory at: At 'The Tiny Dragon' you are a valued customer and it is always our pleasure to serve you.