Achalanatha: The Immovable Buddha with Wisdomfire Aureole

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Name: Achalanatha: The Immovable Buddha with Wisdomfire Aureole
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: RK87
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	RK87
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 5 inch
	Depth: 3 inch
	Weight 2.02 kg

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Meet the Immovable One

Behold the magnificence of a copper sculpture, meticulously gilded with 24 Karat gold, presenting a powerful figure radiating immutable strength. This is a portrayal of Achalanatha, a wrathful deity revered in Vajrayana Buddhism. His image, an embodiment of unwavering resolve, cuts through illusion and protects devotees on their path to enlightenment. Achalanatha, whose name translates to "Immovable," is considered a manifestation of the Buddha's boundless compassion, expressed through a fierce form to conquer inner demons and external obstacles. The deity's powerful stance is a testament to his unwavering determination. His eyes blaze with righteous anger, reflecting his readiness to confront all negativity. He stands amidst a raging inferno, which is the Wisdomfire, a symbol of the purification of ignorance and the burning away of attachments that bind us to suffering.

The Wisdom of Wrathful Form

Though his appearance may seem formidable, Achalanatha is not a malevolent being. Instead, he is a powerful protector, a guardian deity who vows to defend the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha. In the face of adversity and spiritual roadblocks, Achalanatha stands as an immovable force, a symbol of the inner strength needed to overcome challenges. His fiery aura is not one of destruction, but of transformative energy, burning away the impurities that cloud our minds. The sword held high in his right hand signifies the power of wisdom to cut through ignorance and delusion. With this weapon, he severs the bonds that keep beings trapped in the cycle of suffering. His fierce expression serves as a reminder that spiritual progress sometimes requires confronting uncomfortable truths and challenging ingrained patterns.

Crafted with Devotion

Every detail of this statue has been carefully considered and expertly executed. The copper base provides a robust foundation for the intricate design, while the 24 Karat gold gilding lends an air of opulence and reverence. The dimensions of this striking piece, measuring 11.0 x 5.0 x 3.0 inches, make it an impressive focal point, whether displayed in a shrine, meditation space, or as a captivating piece of art in your home. It's a reminder of the potential for unwavering strength and wisdom that resides within each of us, waiting to be awakened. Display this statue as a symbol of courage, resilience, and the power to overcome obstacles on your spiritual journey.

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.