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Bhumisparsha Buddha

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Name: Bhumisparsha Buddha
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EC78
Price: 220.00 USD
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	EC78
	Copper Sculpture
	Height: 8.5 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 1.75 kg

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The Earth Witness

Behold this meticulously crafted copper sculpture, a reverent depiction of the Buddha in a moment of profound significance. Observe the intricate detail, from the serene expression etched upon his face to the delicately rendered folds of his monastic robes. This is more than just a decorative object; it is a tangible representation of the Buddha's enlightenment, cast in durable copper and sized to fit gracefully within your personal space at 8.5 x 5.5 x 4.0 inches. It’s a lasting testament to a pivotal moment in spiritual history. The warm hues of the copper, accentuated with selective gilding, create a visual harmony that invites contemplation and reflection.

The Significance of the Mudra

The distinctive hand gesture, or mudra, displayed by the Buddha in this sculpture is of particular importance. His right hand extends downward, fingers reaching towards the earth. This is the *Bhumisparsha Mudra*, meaning "earth-touching" or "earth-witnessing" gesture. The story behind this mudra is deeply woven into the narrative of the Buddha's journey to enlightenment. As Siddhartha Gautama sat in meditation under the Bodhi tree, determined to break through the cycle of suffering and attain nirvana, Mara, the demon of illusion, assailed him with temptations and doubts. Mara unleashed his armies of demons, tempting Siddhartha with visions of worldly power and pleasure, and challenging his right to attain enlightenment. Mara’s final accusation was that Siddhartha had no witness to his worthiness to achieve enlightenment. In response, Siddhartha remained unmoved. He reached down and touched the earth with his right hand, calling upon the Earth Goddess, *Sthavara*, to bear witness to his countless lifetimes of virtuous deeds and spiritual practice. The Earth Goddess herself rose from the ground and declared, “I bear witness!” Her testimony shattered Mara's illusions, and Siddhartha, unshaken, attained enlightenment and became the Buddha.

A Symbol of Steadfastness

This sculpture serves as a potent reminder of the Buddha's unwavering resolve in the face of adversity. The Bhumisparsha Mudra encapsulates the idea that truth and righteousness are grounded in reality. The earth itself, the bedrock of existence, is called upon as a witness to the Buddha’s unwavering commitment. By displaying this statue, you are embracing a symbol of perseverance, inner strength, and the ultimate triumph of enlightenment over ignorance. The very act of reaching out to touch the earth is an invocation, a calling upon the forces of nature to support your own journey towards self-discovery and inner peace. Place it in your meditation space, study, or living room as a daily reminder to stand firm in your convictions and trust in the power of your own virtuous actions.

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.

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