Amitabha

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Name: Amitabha
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EN59
Price: 220.00 USD
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Specifications

	EN59
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.4 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 3.2 inch
	Weight 1.60 kg

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Representation of Enlightenment

This exquisitely crafted statue serves as a beautiful representation of enlightenment. Seated in the lotus position, the figure embodies serenity and compassion, key elements in the path to awakening. The hands are held in the Dhyana Mudra – the gesture of meditation, promoting deep concentration and inner peace. The statue is a reminder of the potential for inner harmony and the pursuit of spiritual growth inherent in us all.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This statue is skillfully cast in copper, a metal valued for its malleability and durability, allowing for intricate detail and longevity. The statue is then gilded with 24-karat gold, a precious metal that symbolizes purity and the radiance of enlightenment. The gold finish adds a layer of opulence, enhancing the statue’s beauty and spiritual significance. Meticulously detailed, from the elaborate crown to the intricately designed base, reflects dedication to capturing the essence of divine presence. The dimensions of the statue are 8.4 x 6.0 x 3.2 inches.

Symbolism and Meaning

The statue embodies deep symbolic meaning. The lotus position signifies purity and transcendence. The Dhyana Mudra encourages meditation, inner peace, and enlightenment. Wearing ornate jewelry, a flowing robe, and a crown signifies transcendence. Each element of the statue is a reminder of the journey toward enlightenment and the boundless compassion that arises from it.

The Buddha of Infinite Light

Within the vast and complex landscape of Buddhist philosophy, this statue represents a particularly significant figure revered across various Buddhist traditions, most notably in Pure Land Buddhism. This being is often referred to as the "Buddha of Infinite Light and Life," embodying immeasurable wisdom, boundless compassion, and the promise of salvation for all beings. The myth surrounding this deity is rich with tales of vows made eons ago, when he was still a bodhisattva, promising to create a pure land where all who call upon his name can be reborn and easily progress toward enlightenment. In Pure Land Buddhism, practitioners focus on reciting his name with unwavering faith, believing that doing so will ensure rebirth in his pure land, Sukhavati. Sukhavati is described as a realm of unimaginable beauty and ease, free from the suffering and distractions of the earthly realm, where beings can quickly attain enlightenment under the guidance of this radiant Buddha. This statue, therefore, serves as a potent symbol of hope, offering a pathway to liberation from the cycle of suffering and the promise of eternal bliss.

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.