Future Buddha - Maitreya

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Name: Future Buddha - Maitreya
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XF38
Price: 360.00 USD
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	XF38
	Copper Sculpture
	Height: 9.5 inch
	Width: 5.2 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 1.31 kg

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A Vision of the Future

Contemplate a symbol of hope and anticipation, a testament to the boundless potential of the human spirit. This handcrafted copper sculpture embodies the essence of benevolent leadership and enlightened guidance. With intricate detailing and a serene countenance, this piece serves as a powerful reminder of the promise of a brighter tomorrow. Invite this depiction of compassion and wisdom into your space and let it inspire a future filled with kindness and understanding.

The Bodhisattva of Loving-Kindness

Within the vast tapestry of Buddhist cosmology, certain figures stand out as beacons of compassion, guiding beings towards enlightenment. Among these, one shines brightly: the embodiment of loving-kindness, poised to grace the world in the ages to come. The traditions tell of a celestial being dwelling in Tushita heaven, awaiting the opportune moment to descend and usher in an era of unparalleled peace and prosperity. As the successor to the historic Buddha, Shakyamuni, this compassionate figure is revered as the teacher who will impart the Dharma anew, guiding humanity towards the ultimate liberation.

A Symbol of Hope and Prosperity

Observe the elegant gesture, the hands held in the teaching mudra, a symbol of imparting wisdom and dissolving doubt. The elaborate headdress is adorned with precious stones, reflecting the radiant light of enlightenment. In its hands, it holds the stem of the lotus flower, a symbol of purity, love and rebirth. This depiction embodies not just aesthetic beauty but also a profound spiritual significance. Invite this symbol of future hope and compassion into your home. Let its presence serve as a constant reminder of the potential for positive change, both within ourselves and in the world around us. Let the spirit of loving-kindness imbue your surroundings with peace, harmony, and a vision of a brighter future for all.

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.