Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra

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Name: Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EN80
Price: 330.00 USD
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	EN80
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 5 inch
	Weight 2.20 kg

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A Vision of Enlightenment

Behold a stunning representation of the Buddha, crafted with meticulous detail in the timeless artistic traditions of Nepal. This exquisite statue captures the very moment of enlightenment, a pivotal event in the history of Buddhism and the spiritual journey of countless individuals. The statue resonates with the power of unwavering resolve and the triumph of inner peace. It serves as a potent reminder of the potential for enlightenment that resides within us all.

The Earth Witness

The figure is depicted in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, also known as the "earth-touching" gesture. This iconic hand position tells a powerful story. Legend has it that as Siddhartha Gautama sat beneath the Bodhi tree, poised on the brink of enlightenment, the demon Mara unleashed his forces to tempt him and disrupt his meditation. Mara challenged Siddhartha's right to attain enlightenment, questioning his worthiness. In response, Siddhartha reached his right hand down to touch the earth, calling upon it as his witness. "The earth is my witness," he proclaimed, acknowledging all his past lives of compassion and selfless acts. The earth trembled, and Mara and his demons were vanquished. This moment marked Siddhartha's complete victory over ignorance and attachment, transforming him into the Buddha, the enlightened one. The Bhumisparsha Mudra, therefore, symbolizes unwavering faith, courage in the face of adversity, and the power of inner strength.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This statue, rendered in copper and gilded with 24 Karat gold, reflects the skill and artistry of Nepalese craftsmanship. The dimensions of 11.0 x 7.0 x 5.0 inches make it an ideal piece for personal altars, meditation spaces, or as a focal point for spiritual contemplation. The golden sheen enhances its symbolic value, gold being associated with purity, divinity, and the radiant light of enlightenment. The intricate details, from the delicate folds of the robe to the serene expression on the Buddha's face, invite close inspection and deeper reflection.

Bring the Power of Bhumisparsha into Your Space

Invite the spirit of unwavering determination and inner peace into your home with this beautiful Buddha statue. Let it be a reminder of the potential for enlightenment that resides within you and a testament to the power of the human spirit to overcome challenges. Place this statue in a space where you seek inspiration, clarity, and a connection to the wisdom of the Buddha.

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.