Lord Ganesha Incense Burner from Nepal

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Name: Lord Ganesha Incense Burner from Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: RX17
Price: 1100.00 USD
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Specifications

	RX17
	Copper Sculpture
	Height: 14.4 inch
	Width: 11 inch
	Depth: 10 inch
	Weight 4.30 kg

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A Divine Presence for Your Sacred Space

Invite the auspicious presence of Lord Ganesha into your home with this exquisite copper incense burner, handcrafted in the heart of Nepal. This magnificent piece is not merely an object of devotion but a work of art, embodying the spiritual richness and artisanal heritage of the region. Each detail, from the serene expression to the intricate adornments, speaks of skilled hands and a deep understanding of Ganesha's iconography. The warm, antique patina of the copper evokes a sense of timeless wisdom and spiritual depth, making it a captivating focal point for any altar, meditation room, or living space.

The Remover of Obstacles

Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity, is revered as the Vighnaharta, the remover of obstacles, and the god of beginnings. His image is invoked before any significant undertaking, seeking his blessings for success and smooth passage. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha was created by Goddess Parvati from her own divine essence. His distinctive form is said to symbolize profound wisdom, intellect, and the strength of an elephant, balanced with the gentle compassion of a loving parent. His large ears represent the ability to listen attentively, his trunk the power to discern and discriminate, and his potbelly the capacity to digest all experiences, both good and bad. This incense burner, with its majestic portrayal, serves as a tangible reminder of these divine attributes, encouraging mindfulness and inner peace.

An Artful Offering

This incense burner is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of Nepalese artisans. The traditional lost-wax casting technique, passed down through generations, is employed to create such intricate and durable copper sculptures. The rich, earthy tones of the copper are further enhanced by delicate detailing, reflecting the deity's divine nature. The vessel is designed to hold your favorite incense, allowing the fragrant smoke to ascend, carrying prayers and intentions to the heavens, or simply to create a tranquil ambiance. The presence of this Ganesha statue can transform your space into a sanctuary, fostering an atmosphere of serenity, prosperity, and spiritual connection. It makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for anyone seeking divine blessings or a deeper connection to their spiritual path.

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.