Imbued with Bodhi, Prajna and Karuna

$155
Item Code: RF49
Specifications:
Brass Sculpture
Height: 8.5 inch
Width: 6 inch
Depth: 3.5 inch
Weight: 1.67 kg
Handmade
Handmade
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Shipped to 153 countries
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More than 1M+ customers worldwide
This sculpture represents the Bodhisattva Manjushri who is the god of transcendental wisdom in the Buddhist pantheon. He is shown here seated in Vajraparyankasana on a closed lotus throne. He has two hands, the right hand is upraised brandishing a double edged wisdom sword. The left hand, held near the chest, is making the gesture of preaching and holds the stem of a full-blown lotus flower with support of the tip of the thumb and forefinger. The sacred text Prajnaparamita, the scripture of transcendental wisdom is placed on the lotus flower he is holding. His body is slim and slender. The eyes are half-closed and there is a circle (urna) between the eyebrows. The face is imbued with subtle concepts like Bodhi, Prajna and Karuna. His hair is upswept in five partitions, which stand for the five letters a, ra, pa, cha, na. The five knots on his head represent the mountain of the five peaks or wu-ai-shan in the Shansi province of China, the most holy place of pilgrimage consecrated to Manjushri. There is a flaming pearl at the top of the knots. He is wearing a five-pronged beautiful crown, necklaces, ear-rings, sacred-thread, girdle, armlets and bracelets. Moreover he is adorned with a flowing silk scarf and a decorated skirt. The borders of this garments are incised with delicate chased design.

Manjushri occupies a very high position in the Buddhist pantheon. His mention as a Bodhisattva occurs in the earliest Buddhist scriptures, however, he was comparatively late in making his appearance and his inclusion in the pantheon could not have been much earlier than the Gupta period. His image has not been found in the Gandhara and Mathura schools of sculpture. The noted Buddhist scholars Ashvaghosha, Nagarjuna and Aryadeva have also not mentioned his name in their works. His name occurred for the first time in the Aryamanjushrimulakalpa. In the Namasangiti he is called 'Adi-Buddha. References in medieval Buddhist literature seem to connect him with China and Nepal, and the way in which he is mentioned seems to suggest that there was some historicity behind him. His human original was perhaps connected in some way or other with the introduction of civilization in Nepal from China.

The Sadhanamala mentions many forms of Manjushri. The usual attributes of Manjushri are a wisdom word (flaming sword) and book (the book of knowledge (Prajna)). The meaning of his attributes is that he severs the coils of ignorance with the sword and imparts knowledge from the book, he is thus in a way the Mahayana counterpart of Brahma and Sarasvati of the Brahmanical pantheon.


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How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?


Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.

 

Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.

 

  • The best and simplest way to maintain a brass statue is to clean it at least twice a week using a soft cloth or cotton rag. This will prevent dust from accumulating on the surface. Dusting is especially important for outdoor statues since it is prone to dust accumulation much more than indoors.

 

 

  • To give a natural shine and luster to the statue, you may apply coconut or olive oil using cotton on every portion. You can use a toothbrush to get to the small crevices but do not be too harsh. This will make the brass statue appear fresh and new with a polished look.


  • In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth. 

 

Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity. 

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