13" Standing Guru Padmasambhava Idol From Nepal

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13" Standing Guru Padmasambhava Idol From Nepal

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Padmasambhava- the lotus-born Guru, who laid the foundations of Tibetan Buddhism is presented in this heavenly copper with gold statue from Nepal, standing on a beautifully delineated platform, in an animated posture. He is wrapped in the garb’s characteristic of Tibetan monks, with its delicate folds exquisitely highlighted in the metal icon. The waves of cloth tied to his Danda, his overalls and the flaps of his cap add a dynamism to the statue, stimulating the composition with the potency of Padmasambhava.

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Specifications

	MIU223
	COPPER GILDED WITH GOLD
	Height: 13 inch
	Width: 7.5 inch
	Depth: 5 inch
	Weight 2.60 kg

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The Lotus-Born

Behold a magnificent representation of Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, the "Lotus-Born," a pivotal figure in the introduction of Tantric Buddhism to Tibet. This meticulously crafted statue, standing at approximately 13 inches tall, radiates the power and wisdom associated with this revered master. Crafted from copper and lavishly gilded with gold, this statue brings a sense of divine presence to any space. Its dimensions are 13.0 x 7.5 x 5.0 inches. This statue captures Guru Rinpoche in a standing pose, indicative of his readiness to act and intervene in the world. Each detail, from the intricate robes adorned with delicate patterns to the serene expression on his face, reflects the exceptional skill of Nepalese artisans. This statue is not just a beautiful object, but also a tangible link to a rich spiritual heritage.

The Significance of Padmasambhava

Padmasambhava's origins are shrouded in myth. Legend tells us he was not born in the conventional way, but miraculously appeared as an eight-year-old child amidst a lotus blossom in the Dhanakosha Lake, in the kingdom of Oddiyana. Invited to Tibet by King Trisong Detsen in the 8th century, Padmasambhava is credited with subduing local spirits and deities who hindered the construction of Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet. More than just a builder, Padmasambhava is revered as a master of tantric practices, capable of transforming negative energies into positive forces. He is said to have concealed numerous termas, or spiritual treasures, hidden texts and objects intended to be discovered by future generations of practitioners at the appropriate time. These treasures contain profound teachings and methods for enlightenment, waiting to be revealed by destined tertöns (treasure revealers).

A Symbol of Power and Transformation

Observe the implements held by the Guru in this statue. In his left hand, he cradles a kapala, a skullcup filled with the nectar of immortality, symbolizing the transformation of negative emotions into wisdom. His right hand makes the threatening tarjani mudra, warding off obstacles and negative forces. He holds the khatvanga, a staff topped with skulls and ornaments, representing his consorts and the power to transmute all experiences into the path to enlightenment. Together, these elements tell the story of a master who transcends duality and embodies the ultimate potential of the human spirit. The Khatvanga symbolizes his mastery over all forces, both benevolent and malevolent.

How are Nepalese copper statues made?

Nepalese statues and sculptures are best known for their unique small religious figures and ritual paraphernalia for over two thousand years. These are mainly cast in copper alloy. Nepal draws influences from the artistic styles of Buddhism and Hinduism, and therefore the sculptors of the country specialize in making the icons of both these religions. Over the years, Nepalese sculptures evolved into their own distinctive iconography. Some characteristic features of these sculptures that differ from other pieces are exaggerated physical postures, youthful and sensual features, languid eyes, wider faces having serene expressions, and ornate flourishes. The Buddhist deity icons of Nepal have tremendous demand in countries such as China and Tibet for ritual purposes in their temples and monasteries.

Nepalese statues and sculptures have a high copper content and therefore develop a slightly reddish patina on the surface as they age. However, the most unique feature of Nepalese copper statues is their decorative detailing. The pieces are heavily gilded and sometimes inlaid with semi-precious stones. This embellishment protects them from getting tarnished. The traditional lost-wax method for casting Nepalese copper statues remains the most practiced technique in Nepal for many centuries. This process involves many steps and requires skilled artists.

The first step in lost-wax sculpting is to make a wax replica of the desired Buddhist deity to be cast in copper. This replica is created by hand and therefore needs excellent artistic skills otherwise fine features will be lacking.

Once the wax replica is made, it is then coated with a special mixture of clay with a brush. This layer of clay is hardened when left to dry. A small hole is made on the base of the wax mould so that the wax flows away when it is heated.

At this stage, a hollow mould in the shape of the deity is obtained.

This is the time to pour liquid copper into the hollow mould which is then allowed to cool and harden inside a container of cold water. When the liquid metal has hardened, the mould is removed and the statue within is revealed.

The artist works on the details of the statue using various tools. It is then polished to get a shiny and lustrous surface.

Now comes the most important part of Nepalese art which is gold gilding. This is done by the traditional fire gilding method. A mixture of mercury and 18K gold is applied on the surface of the statue and heat is applied using a flame torch. The result is that mercury evaporates along with impurities, leaving a pure 24K gold finish.

The lost-wax method of sculpting is the most preferred technique

for artists to cast a metallic statue having intricate details. Since Nepalese copper sculptures require extraneous effort for giving a majestic look by adding special embellishments, it takes several weeks to complete one masterpiece. A 24K gold gilded copper sculpture retains its brilliant luster for many years and appears as like before. Nepalese sculptures continue to remain one of the finest specimens of the art of the East that have a strong aesthetic appeal that other sculptures cannot match.