Goddess Who Descends into the Heart of the Devotee from Her Heavenly Heights

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Name: Goddess Who Descends into the Heart of the Devotee from Her Heavenly Heights
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: RU54
Price: 505.00 USD
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	RU54
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 13.3 inch
	Width: 8.5 inch
	Depth: 6 inch
	Weight 3.19 kg

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A Golden Descent

Behold a stunning representation, meticulously crafted from copper and lavishly gilded with 24 Karat gold. This isn't merely a decorative object, but a powerful symbol representing compassion and swift action. This figure embodies a divine being who descends from heavenly realms directly into the hearts of devotees, offering solace and guidance. Imagine the transformative energy this statue brings to your sacred space, imbuing it with a sense of peace and benevolent power.

Symbolism in Detail

Observe the intricate details of the statue. The serene expression on the face radiates calmness and wisdom. The delicate crown, adorned with ornate designs, signifies her divine status. The hand gestures, or mudras, are carefully positioned, conveying blessings and protection. The lotus pedestal, a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening, elevates the deity, representing the transcendence of earthly concerns. The floral arrangements surrounding her add to the serenity of the figure. Each element harmoniously contributes to the overall sense of divine presence.

The Bodhisattva Ideal

Within the Buddhist tradition, the ideal is the Bodhisattva, one who has reached enlightenment but chooses to remain in the world to help others achieve the same. This deity perfectly embodies this principle. She is known for her ability to swiftly respond to the needs of those who call upon her. Her story tells of a princess, who, after countless lifetimes of good deeds, vowed to always be reborn in female form to guide others toward enlightenment. This unwavering commitment to aiding others is the essence of her being.

A Timeless Treasure

This exquisite statue is more than just an artistic representation; it is an embodiment of compassion, wisdom, and swift action. Its creation reflects an ancient tradition and offers a profound connection to spiritual ideals. Display this golden figure prominently in your home or meditation space, and let her presence serve as a constant reminder of the power of compassion and the potential for enlightenment within us all. This statue, with its radiant gold finish and intricate details, is not just an addition to your decor; it is an investment in a piece of timeless spiritual artistry. The dimensions are 13.3 x 8.5 x 6.0 inches.

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.