Amitayus

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Name: Amitayus
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EO20
Price: 835.00 USD
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Specifications

	EO20
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 20.5 inch
	Width: 12.5 inch
	Depth: 10.5 inch
	Weight 9 kg

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Crafted of copper, and meticulously gilded with 24-karat gold, this statue represents a profound symbol of longevity, wisdom, and compassion. Its presence brings an aura of serenity and spiritual depth to any space.

The Boundless Light: Origin and Significance

In Buddhist traditions, particularly within Tibetan Buddhism, the figure represented embodies the qualities of immeasurable life and infinite merit. This enlightened being is not simply about living a long life, but about using that life to accumulate wisdom, practice compassion, and ultimately, to benefit all sentient beings. The practices associated with this deity are deeply interwoven with the aspiration for a long and fulfilling life dedicated to spiritual growth. Reciting their mantra, engaging in visualizations, and offering prayers are believed to cultivate positive karma, purify negative imprints, and extend lifespan while fostering inner peace. The focus is not merely on quantitative longevity, but also on the quality of that life – filling it with purpose, compassion, and wisdom.

Artisanal Excellence

This magnificent statue is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship. Standing at 20.5 inches in height, 12.5 inches in width, and 10.5 inches in depth, this piece commands attention with its impressive presence and intricate detail. The warm luster of the 24-karat gold beautifully highlights the smooth contours of the figure, lending an air of divine radiance. The rich hues of the copper base add depth and weight to the sculpture, anchoring it with a sense of grounded stability. The statue features a traditional depiction of the figure, seated serenely atop an intricately designed lotus throne, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. The details in the crown, jewelry, and flowing robes are all rendered with exceptional precision, reflecting the dedication and skill of the artisans. Display this beautiful piece in your home, meditation space or office. This wonderful item will bring the spirit of compassion and serenity.

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.