Fuhui Veyly is a specialized copper Tudipo statue factory and wholesale casting partner, based in Huizhou, Guangdong. Our statues serve the modest end of the divine spectrum, the roadside shrines, the side altars, and the quiet spaces where women bring their prayers when heaven feels too far away.
Tudipo, also known as Tudimu, the Earth Grandmother, or simply the wife of Tudigong, is the goddess who handles what the Jade Emperor does not have time for: sick children, troubled marriages, and the quiet fears women carry.
Unlike martial deities who command armies or wealth gods who dispense fortunes, Tudipo requires a different casting approach entirely, one that prioritizes warmth over power, approachability over authority, and the subtle details of a grandmother's face over the sharp lines of a warrior's armor.
Every copper Tudipo statue we produce begins with the same question: who will be looking at this face?
Women bringing prayers for their children will not approach a stern goddess. They need a face that looks like it has seen everything and still offers comfort.
Our artisans spend extra time on the facial expression, the slight curve of the mouth, the softness around the eyes, and the warmth that makes a grandmother's face recognizable across any culture.
Too serious and she becomes unapproachable. Too cheerful and she loses the dignity of age. The balance is achieved through hand-chasing every contour, with our master sculptors adjusting the wax model repeatedly until the expression carries both wisdom and kindness.
Tudipo is typically depicted as an elderly woman with white or silver hair, a warm and kindly face, and a gentle expression. She wears the robes of an official's wife, often with a blue or black base color, decorated with gold trim and traditional patterns.
Her hair is arranged in a bun or chignon at the back of the head. She is almost always seated, hands clasped or resting in her lap, conveying a sense of patient waiting.
Unlike the more rigid postures of higher deities, Tudipo's form suggests accessibility, a grandmother sitting in her favorite chair, ready to listen.
We cast Tudipo Statue in three primary traditions.
It has white hair and blue robes and is the choice for most temple main altars.
It is designed to match an existing Tudigong statue, preferred for paired installations where the Tudigong and Tudipo are enshrined together.
It is commissioned for larger temple halls where a more formal ceremonial presence is desired.
Which form is right for your space depends on three factors:
1. Whether the statue will stand alone or beside Tudigong
2. The available height for installation
3. The specific sect or regional tradition being followed
We provide design consultations to help temples determine the correct proportions for their particular installation context.
The technical demands of casting Tudipo are distinct from male deities. The robes of a female figure require different chasing techniques, softer folds, more subtle drapery, and a lighter touch overall.
Our artisans use a multi-stage wax refinement process:
The initial carving establishes the basic proportions, the second pass refines the expression, and the third pass adjusts the micro-details around the eyes and mouth.
Each stage is approved by our senior sculptor before the wax moves to the investment phase.
Surface finishes are tailored to the installation context:
Polychrome with traditional blue or black robes and gold trim for temple installations where color and radiance are valued.
Antique patina for heritage temple restorations.
Natural bronze for contemporary collectors.
Each finish follows documented historical color schemes derived from Qing dynasty temple records.
We offer from 12-inch desktop figures for home altars to 8-foot temple installations.
The most common size for temple pairs is 2 to 4 feet, designed to sit beside a Tudigong statue of matching proportions.
Height: 12 inches to 8 feet
Tradition: seated, companion, or standing
Surface finish: polychrome, gold-gilding, antique patina, or natural bronze
Robe color: blue, black, or custom specification
Every custom project includes 3D renderings for approval, video updates throughout production, and secure global shipping with custom crating.
Standard lead time is 45-75 days depending on size and finish complexity.
We welcome procurement visits to our Huizhou facility for quality inspection before commitments.
