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4" Superfine Crystal Bowl

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Name: 4" Superfine Crystal Bowl
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIS863
Price: 710.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Every crystal bowl is meticulously attuned to a particular sound frequency that harmonizes with a specific chakra. These bowls not only possess visual charm but also emit enchanting and soothing sounds. They find application in sound healing, yoga sessions, and crystal purifications, often featuring prominently at the commencement and conclusion of meditation practices.

White crystal, in particular, carries connotations of divinity, unity, purity, and collective harmony. It is renowned for its ability to accelerate spiritual evolution and enhance mental clarity. Beyond their auditory allure, the presence of crystal bowls also captivates the eye with their aesthetic appeal.

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Specifications

	MIS863
	CRYSTAL AND COPPER WITH GOLD PLATED
	Height: 3 inch
	Width: 4.5 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 600 gm

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An Emblem of Purity and Divine Blessing

This exquisite crystal bowl is a testament to the sublime artistry found in Nepalese traditions, where the material world often serves as a conduit for the spiritual. Crafted from superfine crystal, the bowl itself appears to capture and refract light, embodying a sense of purity and ethereal luminescence. Crystal, revered across many cultures, is often associated with clarity, healing, and the amplification of positive energies. In Hindu mythology, it is believed that the gods themselves adorned their palaces with crystals, reflecting their divine brilliance. Similarly, in Buddhist traditions, crystal is seen as a symbol of enlightenment and the unobstructed nature of the mind. ––––––––––––––––––––

Sacred Embellishments and Auspicious Symbolism

The crystal vessel is crowned with a richly ornate band of copper, meticulously gold-plated to bestow an aura of sacredness and opulence. This band is not merely decorative; it is adorned with a captivating motif of miniature elephants, a powerful symbol in South Asian cultures. The elephant, particularly the white elephant, is an auspicious creature, often associated with royalty, strength, wisdom, and good fortune. In Buddhist lore, Queen Maya is said to have dreamt of a white elephant entering her side, foretelling the birth of Prince Siddhartha, the Buddha. The presence of these elephants, intricately detailed and seemingly marching in a sacred procession around the rim, imbues the bowl with blessings of prosperity, stability, and divine protection. Further enhancing the sacred allure are the strategically placed, vibrant red stones, likely rubies or garnets, which add a touch of regal beauty and are often associated with vitality, passion, and protection from harm. ––––––––––––––––––––

A Ritualistic Vessel of Profound Significance

The base of the bowl is equally as impressive, featuring a similarly elaborate gold-plated copper foundation. This lower ornamentation mirrors the motifs found around the rim, creating a harmonious and balanced aesthetic. The entire construction speaks of a deep understanding of ritualistic needs and aesthetic principles. Such bowls have historically been used in various sacred rituals and ceremonies across Nepal and the broader Himalayan region. They might hold offerings, sacred water, or precious herbs, serving as a focal point for prayer, meditation, and spiritual practice. The combination of pure crystal, precious gold plating, and auspicious imagery makes this bowl more than just an object of beauty; it is a functional artifact imbued with deep cultural and spiritual meaning, capable of enhancing any sacred space or personal devotional practice. It is an heirloom piece, designed to be cherished and passed down, carrying with it the essence of ancient traditions and divine grace.

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.