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8" Buddhist Goddess on Lion From Nepal

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Name: 8" Buddhist Goddess on Lion From Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIU518
Price: 1140.00 USD
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Specifications

	MIU518
	COPPER GILDED WITH GOLD
	Height: 8 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 2.30 kg

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A Radiant Vision of Divine Power and Compassion

This exquisite statue, crafted with meticulous detail in Nepal, embodies the profound spiritual essence of Buddhist art. The base, intricately carved, supports a magnificent depiction of a powerful deity seated upon a majestic lion. The copper form is lavishly gilded with pure gold, reflecting an aura of divine light and celestial radiance that is truly breathtaking. Every element of this piece speaks to a tradition steeped in centuries of devotion and artistic mastery, originating from the heart of the Himalayas.

The Majesty of the Lion and the Goddess

The lion, a potent symbol across many cultures, represents strength, courage, and the vanquishing of obstacles. In Buddhist iconography, it is often associated with the Buddha himself and the Dharma, signifying the roar of truth that dispels ignorance and suffering. Here, the lion is depicted with fierce yet noble energy, its mane a cascade of swirling patterns that echo the dynamism of the surrounding elements. Seated upon this regal creature is a serene and powerful goddess, her posture exuding both authority and gentle grace. Her hands hold significant symbolic objects, hinting at her benevolent nature and her role as a protector and guide. The vibrant colors of red and yellow adorning the lion’s mane and tail add a touch of fiery energy, contrasting beautifully with the rich, lustrous gold of the goddess. ––––––––––––––––––––

A Symbol of Wisdom and Protection

This statue likely represents a specific manifestation of a Buddhist deity, often associated with wisdom, protection, or liberation from suffering. The elaborate headdress and the serene facial expression, characteristic of Himalayan Buddhist art, convey a sense of profound peace and enlightenment. The golden sheen of the entire sculpture is not merely decorative; it signifies purity, renunciation, and the ultimate luminous nature of the awakened mind. Such statues serve as focal points for meditation and devotion, inviting practitioners to connect with the divine qualities embodied by the deity. Their creation is an act of merit, bringing blessings to both the artisan and the devotee, and preserving the sacred traditions for generations to come. This particular piece, with its dynamic composition and radiant finish, is a testament to the enduring spiritual heritage of Nepal and its vital role in the dissemination of Buddhist art and philosophy.

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.