Buddha in Dhyana Mudra

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Name: Buddha in Dhyana Mudra
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XB23
Price: 330.00 USD
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	XB23
	Copper, Wood and Gemstone
	Height: 6.8 inch
	Width: 6.2 inch
	Depth: 3.7 inch
	Weight 660 gm

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The Essence of Serenity

This striking Buddha statue, crafted from a harmonious blend of copper, wood, and gemstone, captures the very essence of inner peace. The sculpture depicts the Buddha in Dhyana Mudra, the gesture of meditation, with hands resting gently in his lap, right hand over left, thumbs lightly touching. This mudra symbolizes perfect balance and the undisturbed tranquility attained through deep contemplation. The serene expression on Buddha's face, with eyes gently closed or lowered, encourages the viewer to find their own center of stillness. The gentle curves of the robe, draped in a classical style, further contribute to the overall feeling of harmony and grace.

Symbolism and Craftsmanship

Beyond the beautiful aesthetics, this piece carries deep spiritual significance. The gemstones embedded in the wood of the lotus throne and the halo-like structure behind the Buddha are not merely decorative; they represent precious aspects of enlightenment, reminders of the virtues to cultivate on the path to liberation. The careful selection and placement of these stones speak to the dedication of the artisan, who has poured not only skill but also reverence into the creation of this sacred object. The copper body, a material often associated with strength and durability, symbolizes the unwavering commitment to spiritual practice. The statue's presence is a constant invitation to cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom in one's daily life.

The Enlightenment of Siddhartha

The figure depicted is Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha. Born a prince, he renounced his luxurious life upon witnessing the suffering inherent in the human condition. He embarked on a spiritual quest, seeking an end to suffering for all beings. After years of rigorous practice and meditation, Siddhartha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India. He then became known as the Buddha, the Awakened One, and spent the remainder of his life teaching the path to liberation. This statue serves as a visual reminder of the Buddha's journey and his profound teachings on the nature of reality and the possibility of transcending suffering. It is an embodiment of the peace and wisdom that can be found within, through diligent practice and unwavering faith.

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.