Made in Nepal -Goddess Kurukulla (Red Tara) Tibetan Buddhist

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Name: Made in Nepal -Goddess Kurukulla (Red Tara) Tibetan Buddhist
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZEM718
Price: 1430.00 USD
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	ZEM718
	Copper Sculpture gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 14.5 inch
	Width: 5 inch
	Depth: 11.5 inch
	Weight 3.70 kg

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The Radiant Crimson Lady of Compassion and Enchantment

This exquisite copper sculpture, meticulously gilded with 24-karat gold, brings to life the powerful and benevolent presence of Kurukulla, also known as the Red Tara. Hailing from the sacred lands of Nepal, a region steeped in spiritual artistry, this statue embodies the vibrant energy and profound wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism. Kurukulla is a deity who specializes in subjugating and magnetizing, but not through force, rather through her immense compassion, skill, and allure, which she uses to draw beings towards the Dharma. In Buddhist lore, Kurukulla is often depicted as the "Red Tara," a manifestation of Tara, the female bodhisattva of compassion and action. Her form is dynamic and energetic, reflecting her active role in guiding practitioners towards enlightenment. The vibrant red hue signifies her mastery over desire, passion, and worldly attachments, transforming them into tools for spiritual awakening. Her many arms symbolize her boundless ability to help beings across all realms of existence, while her fierce expression indicates her power to overcome obstacles and negative forces.

Symbolism and Divine Dance

The fiery aura that encircles Kurukulla is not merely decorative; it represents her spiritual radiance and the transformative power of her wisdom, burning away ignorance and delusion. The flames symbolize the heat of passion and desire, which she masterfully transmits into spiritual power. Her dynamic posture, often depicted in a dancing stance, signifies her agility and unceasing activity in the universe, constantly working to benefit all sentient beings. She is often shown trampling on a reclining figure, symbolizing her victory over the ego, ignorance, and the mundane limitations of existence. The presence of other figures, perhaps representing deities or beings under her influence, further highlights her multifaceted power of attraction and transformation. The intricate details of this statue, from the delicate floral garlands adorning her, to the rich detailing on her headdress and adornments, speak to the unparalleled skill of the Nepalese artisans. The application of 24-karat gold gilding adds a lustrous sheen, enhancing the divine aura of the deity and imbuing the sculpture with an unparalleled sense of sacredness and preciousness. This piece is not just a work of art; it is a conduit to spiritual connection, an invitation to contemplate the nature of desire, and a reminder of the potent compassionate action that can lead to liberation. Whether for meditation, adornment of a sacred space, or as a treasured collectible, this Kurukulla statue is a testament to enduring spiritual traditions and masterful craftsmanship.

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.