Hevajra in Yab Yum

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Name: Hevajra in Yab Yum
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EN84
Price: 415.00 USD
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€440

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Specifications

	EN84
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 9 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 1.60 kg

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Crafted in copper and meticulously gilded with 24 Karat gold, this statue embodies both artistic excellence and deep spiritual significance.

Deity and Iconography

This striking statue depicts a potent Tantric deity engaged in *Yab-Yum*, a symbolic representation of the union of wisdom and compassion. It is a powerful representation of enlightenment, achieved through the unification of masculine and feminine principles. The intricate details and symbolic attributes of this statue are designed to evoke contemplation and facilitate spiritual understanding. The complex iconography, including multiple heads and arms, each bearing symbolic implements, represents the deity's all-encompassing awareness and capacity to act in countless ways to benefit sentient beings. Each hand may hold a different object, such as a skull cup, a vajra, or other symbolic items which hold a significant ritual or philosophical value. The flaming aura that surrounds the deity symbolizes the transformative fire of wisdom, burning away ignorance and illusion.

The Concept of Yab-Yum

The posture known as *Yab-Yum* is central to understanding this depiction. The term literally means "Father-Mother" in Tibetan. It signifies the joining of male and female energies, representing the inseparability of wisdom (female aspect) and compassion (male aspect). This union is not merely physical, but represents a profound spiritual integration that leads to enlightenment. It also represents the union of relative and absolute truth. Such a union can lead to the state of complete awakening. The fierce and passionate nature of the embrace further symbolizes the intensity and transformative power of tantric practices.

Artisan Craftsmanship & Dimensions

The statue is a testament to the skill and dedication of traditional artisans. Made from copper, it has been painstakingly gilded with 24 Karat gold. Measuring 9.0 x 6.0 x 2.5 inches, it is a substantial piece suitable for shrine placement, meditation spaces, or as a focal point for contemplation. It serves as a reminder of the potential for enlightenment that resides within each of us. Every detail, from the intricate facial expressions to the delicate adornments, reflects the artisan's commitment to preserving and transmitting sacred Buddhist traditions. Acquire this exquisite statue and invite a profound sense of peace, wisdom, and transformative energy into your environment.

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.