Lord Ganesha Holding a Radish

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Name: Lord Ganesha Holding a Radish
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZAF64
Price: 330.00 USD
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	ZAF64
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 6.5 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 1.13 kg

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Auspicious Beginnings

Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity, is revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences, and the deva of intellect and wisdom. He is invoked at the beginning of rituals and ceremonies, a symbolic gesture to ensure success and good fortune. His image and presence are considered highly auspicious, gracing homes and businesses with his benevolent energy. He represents the perfect balance of strength and kindness, wisdom and understanding. This finely crafted statue captures the essence of Ganesha's powerful yet gentle nature. Seated in a relaxed pose upon an ornate lotus base, a symbol of purity and enlightenment, his four arms signify his immense power and ability to grant blessings. Each hand holds or gestures with symbolic significance. He is resplendent in 24-karat gold gilding over a copper base, offering a radiant glow that will illuminate any space.

Ganesha and His Modaka

Ganesha is often depicted with a sweet treat, a modaka or laddu, which represents the sweetness of the realized inner self. He is known for his love of sweets, and this symbolizes his ability to savor the joys of life, both material and spiritual. While this statue depicts him holding a radish, instead of modaka or laddu, the symbolic meaning is not changed. The radish is an offering that represents humbleness and respect. The offering represents the devotee, so it represents devotion and surrender to the deity.

Craftsmanship and Devotion

This statue is a testament to the skill of artisans who have dedicated their lives to creating sacred art. The meticulous detail in the lotus petal base, the intricate carvings on his clothing, and the serene expression on his face reflect a deep understanding of iconography. The gilding process, carefully applied by hand, enhances the beauty of the statue, ensuring its longevity and adding a touch of divine radiance. This statue would be a remarkable addition to any collection, or a thoughtful gift for those seeking blessings and guidance. It serves as a constant reminder to approach life's challenges with wisdom, courage, and a touch of sweetness.

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.