Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra

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Name: Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EO41
Price: 660.00 USD
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	EO41
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 8.5 inch
	Depth: 5 inch
	Weight 4 kg

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Experience the serene power and unwavering resolve of enlightenment with this meticulously crafted statue. A testament to Nepalese artistry, this depiction captures the moment of the Buddha's enlightenment, a pivotal event in Buddhist history.

The Earth Witness

The statue features the Bhumisparsha Mudra, literally translated as "earth-touching gesture". This is a sacred and powerful hand gesture recalling the night Siddhartha Gautama sat beneath the Bodhi tree, determined to achieve enlightenment. Mara, the demon of illusion and desire, assailed him with temptations and terrors, attempting to distract him from his path. Siddhartha remained steadfast. As Mara questioned his right to enlightenment, Siddhartha reached out his right hand, touching the earth. This gesture invoked the earth goddess, Sthavara, to bear witness to his countless lifetimes of spiritual practice and virtue that entitled him to achieve Buddhahood. The earth trembled, affirming his worthiness and dispelling Mara's illusions. It is a profound statement of unwavering conviction, a grounding in truth, and a triumph over temptation.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This magnificent statue is expertly cast from copper, lending it substantial weight and ensuring its longevity. The copper has then been lavishly gilded with 24 karat gold, providing a radiant and lustrous finish that catches the light beautifully, a physical manifestation of the enlightenment that radiates from the Buddha. Each detail, from the serene expression on the Buddha's face to the intricate carvings on the base, has been carefully considered and skillfully executed by Nepalese artisans. The use of traditional techniques passed down through generations ensures the authenticity and spiritual integrity of the piece. The statue's dimensions are 11.0 x 8.5 x 5.0 inches, making it a striking addition to any space.

A Legacy of Enlightenment

Owning this statue is more than acquiring a beautiful object; it is inviting the energy of unwavering resolve and the promise of enlightenment into your home. Allow this piece to serve as a daily reminder of your own inherent potential for wisdom, compassion, and inner peace. Place it in your meditation space, on a bookshelf, or any location where you seek inspiration and tranquility. The presence of the Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra is a constant encouragement to overcome obstacles, stay grounded in your truth, and realize your own path to awakening.

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.