Maitreya Buddha - The Future Savior

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Name: Maitreya Buddha - The Future Savior
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XC14
Price: 470.00 USD
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€499

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Specifications

	XC14
	Copper Sculpture
	Height: 10.5 inch
	Width: 6.5 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 2.07 kg

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A Beacon of Hope for Tomorrow

This exquisite copper sculpture embodies the essence of hope and future enlightenment. It depicts a revered figure from Buddhist tradition, the one who is believed to be destined to appear on Earth in the future, achieve complete enlightenment, and teach the Dharma. Seated serenely on an elaborately detailed throne, the statue emanates a sense of peace and profound wisdom. The figure’s posture, a gentle hand gesture, reflects their compassionate nature and readiness to guide humanity towards a brighter future. The copper medium imbues the sculpture with a warm, enduring quality, symbolizing the timelessness of the teachings and the unwavering promise of a better world.

The Legend Embodied in Copper

Within Buddhist cosmology, the arrival of this figure is not merely a prophesied event, but a cyclical promise of renewal and guidance. When the teachings of the current Buddha have faded, and humanity is lost in darkness, this enlightened being will appear, bringing with them a fresh wave of wisdom and compassion to reignite the path to enlightenment. Legend states that they currently reside in the Tushita heaven, awaiting the opportune moment to descend to Earth. This stunning sculpture captures the patient anticipation and boundless compassion that characterize their divine presence, offering a tangible connection to the hope that resides in the future.

Craftsmanship and Detail

Every aspect of this piece speaks to the dedication and skill of the artisans who created it. The intricate details of the crown and robes, and the ornate throne demonstrate the meticulous attention to detail. The copper itself is carefully molded to capture the grace and benevolence associated with this revered figure. The sculpture invites contemplation and serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for transformation and enlightenment within us all. Display this masterfully crafted piece in your home or sacred space, and let it serve as a constant source of inspiration, reminding you of the potential for a brighter future guided by compassion and wisdom.

Dimensions:

10.5 x 6.5 x 4.5 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.