Buddha in Bhumisprasha Mudra

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Name: Buddha in Bhumisprasha Mudra
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EN67
Price: 220.00 USD
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Specifications

	EN67
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.2 inch
	Width: 5.3 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 1.40 kg

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A Treasure from Nepal

Bring a touch of serenity and enlightenment into your space with this exquisite statue crafted by skilled artisans in Nepal. The statue exudes a powerful presence, embodying the profound teachings of Buddhism. This piece is more than just a decorative object; it’s a conduit to inner peace, mindfulness, and spiritual growth.

The Earth Witness

The hand gesture, or Mudra, is central to the symbolism of Buddhist art. The right hand extended downward, with fingers touching the earth, is the Bhumisparsha Mudra, literally translated as "earth-touching gesture" or "calling the earth to witness." This mudra represents the moment when Siddhartha Gautama, sitting beneath the Bodhi tree, resisted the temptations of Mara, the demon of illusion, and achieved enlightenment to become the Buddha. Mara challenged Siddhartha's right to attain enlightenment, demanding a witness to his worthiness. In response, Siddhartha reached down and touched the earth, calling upon the earth goddess, Mother Earth, to testify to his countless lifetimes of virtuous deeds. The earth responded with a resounding roar, validating his claim and causing Mara and his demons to flee in disarray. This act of profound faith and unwavering resolve symbolizes the triumph over temptation, fear, and doubt, leading to ultimate wisdom and liberation.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This beautiful statue is constructed of copper, and then carefully gilded with 24 Karat Gold. This technique not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also adds to its intrinsic value, as gold has long been associated with purity, divinity, and spiritual awakening. Each piece reflects the dedication and artistry passed down through generations of Nepalese artisans. The attention to detail is evident in every curve and line, from the serene expression on the Buddha's face to the intricate folds of his robes. This statue measures 8.2 x 5.3 x 4.0 inches making it a good size to bring the presence of the Buddha to your home, office, or meditation space.

Bringing Tranquility Home

Invite the powerful energy of the Bhumisparsha Mudra into your life and transform your environment into a sanctuary of peace and tranquility. This exquisite statue serves as a reminder of your own inner strength, resilience, and potential for enlightenment. Let it inspire you to overcome challenges, cultivate mindfulness, and embrace the path of wisdom and compassion. Display this beautifully crafted statue and bring the teachings of the Buddha to life in your space.

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.