Goddess Vajravarahi

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Name: Goddess Vajravarahi
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XH21
Price: 315.00 USD
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	XH21
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 1.12 kg

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Unveiling Vajravarahi

Behold a powerful representation of feminine strength and transformative energy. This meticulously crafted sculpture captures the fierce compassion and wisdom embodied by Vajravarahi, a prominent figure in Vajrayana Buddhism. Every detail, from her dynamic stance to the intricate ornamentation, is rendered with exceptional artistry, bringing to life the essence of this revered deity. This piece serves not only as an object of reverence but also as a striking work of art, imbued with profound spiritual significance.

The Dance of Transcendence

Vajravarahi, often depicted with a wrathful yet compassionate expression, is a powerful dakini and a manifestation of ultimate wisdom. She is typically portrayed as a vibrant and energetic figure, often in a dancing pose, symbolizing the constant movement and transformative power of the universe. Her dance is not merely a physical action; it is a symbolic representation of the dynamic interplay of forces that drive creation, destruction, and renewal. Her transformative power is particularly potent for those seeking to overcome obstacles and realize their full potential. Her third eye signifies her all-seeing wisdom, piercing through illusions and revealing the true nature of reality. In one hand, she holds a kapala, a skull cup, often filled with the nectar of enlightenment. This symbolizes the transmutation of negative energies into wisdom and compassion. The khadga, or ritual dagger, often held in her other hand, represents the cutting through of ignorance and attachment. The flames surrounding her are a testament to her fiery nature, burning away impurities and clearing the path to enlightenment. These flames signify the purifying fire of wisdom that consumes all that is false and transient, leaving behind the pure essence of truth. Her adornments, the necklace of skulls, and the faces adorning her attire, signify her mastery over ego and the cycle of rebirth. Beneath her feet lies a representation of ignorance and ego, symbolically trampling these obstacles on the path to enlightenment. This act is not one of aggression but of liberation, freeing beings from the chains of suffering and leading them towards awakening.

Crafted with Devotion

This statue is more than just a decorative item; it is an object of profound spiritual significance, meticulously crafted from copper and enhanced with the radiance of 24 Karat gold gilding. The skilled artisans have poured their heart and soul into every aspect of its creation, resulting in a truly exceptional piece that embodies the divine energy of Vajravarahi. The use of copper as a base metal not only ensures its durability but also allows for intricate detailing that captures the goddess's powerful presence. The radiant gold gilding adds a touch of opulence and elevates the statue to a masterpiece of religious art. A testament to beauty and power, it is suitable for a shrine or as a source of inspiration in any sacred 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.