Ashtamangala Prayer Wheel with Syllable Om Mani Padme Hum

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Name: Ashtamangala Prayer Wheel with Syllable Om Mani Padme Hum
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: RT38
Price: 105.00 USD
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Specifications

	RT38
	Brass, Copper, Wood and Turquoise
	Height: 12 inch
	Width: 3.2 inch
	Depth: 3.2 inch
	Weight 350 gm

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Spiritual Tool and Art Piece

Invite tranquility and positive energy into your surroundings with this exquisitely crafted prayer wheel. This piece is more than just a decorative statue; it's a tool for mindfulness, meditation, and spiritual practice, meticulously designed to combine aesthetic beauty with profound meaning. Crafted with a blend of traditional materials – brass, copper, wood, and turquoise – this prayer wheel features a sturdy, beautifully finished wooden handle, providing a comfortable grip as you engage in the meditative act of spinning the wheel. The drum itself is constructed from gleaming brass and copper, offering a warm, inviting feel. Turquoise accents add a touch of vibrant color, elevating its visual appeal.

The Eight Auspicious Symbols and Sacred Mantra

The surface of the prayer wheel is adorned with the Ashtamangala, the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism. These symbols, each carrying a distinct spiritual significance, represent the gifts that the gods presented to Buddha upon his enlightenment. They serve as constant reminders of the Buddha's teachings and the path to enlightenment. The Lotus flower symbolizes purity and renunciation, and the Endless Knot signifies the interwoven nature of reality. The Pair of Golden Fish represent auspiciousness and freedom from restraint, while the Victory Banner stands for the triumph of wisdom over ignorance. The Treasure Vase is emblematic of inexhaustible wealth and prosperity, both materially and spiritually, and the Conch Shell represents the fearless proclamation of the Dharma. The Parasol is a symbol of protection from harm, and the Wheel of Dharma embodies the teachings of the Buddha. Encircling the wheel is the sacred mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum." This powerful mantra, often referred to as the heart of Tibetan Buddhism, is believed to invoke the blessings of Avalokiteśvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. Reciting or visualizing this mantra is said to purify negative karma, cultivate compassion, and lead to enlightenment. Each syllable of the mantra carries its own unique meaning and significance, together embodying the entire path to enlightenment.

Dimensions and Craftsmanship

Measuring 12.0 inches in height, with a diameter of 3.2 inches, this prayer wheel is perfectly sized for both display and active use. Its compact dimensions allow you to easily incorporate it into your meditation space, home altar, or any area where you seek to create a serene and contemplative atmosphere. The quality of craftsmanship is evident in every detail, from the intricate carvings of the Ashtamangala to the smooth, polished finish of the wooden handle. Each component has been carefully selected and assembled, ensuring that this prayer wheel is both a beautiful object and a durable spiritual tool, designed to be cherished for years to come.

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.