Manjushri - Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom and Knowledge

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Name: Manjushri - Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom and Knowledge
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EY19
Price: 185.00 USD
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	EY19
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 6 inch
	Width: 5 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 930 gm

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A Glimpse of Enlightenment

Invite the profound wisdom and sharp intellect of a revered Buddhist deity into your home or sacred space with this exquisite representation. This meticulously crafted statue depicts the Bodhisattva, an embodiment of transcendent wisdom and knowledge. This beautiful piece is sized perfectly as a focal point for meditation, or for enlivening any space with a sense of calm, centeredness, and higher consciousness.

The Embodiment of Prajna

In the vast tapestry of Buddhist iconography, figures stand out for their potent symbolism and transformative power. Foremost among them is , the Bodhisattva of Wisdom. Unlike some deities who offer comfort or protection, serves as a catalyst for intellectual awakening. His very presence challenges us to confront our ignorance and cultivate clarity of mind. Legend recounts that sprang forth from a lotus flower in Lake Manasarovar, Tibet, a place still revered as a source of spiritual energy. He is often depicted wielding a flaming sword, known as the kharga, which represents the severing of ignorance and delusion. This isn't a violent act, but a symbolic one, a decisive cut through the tangled web of misconceptions that bind us to suffering. The book he sometimes carries, the Prajnaparamita Sutra, contains the teachings on emptiness, the ultimate wisdom that liberates us from attachment and ego.

Crafted with Devotion

This statue has been carefully fashioned by skilled artisans, using traditional techniques passed down through generations. The base material is copper, chosen for its durability and conductivity, making it a perfect vessel for spiritual energy. The sculpture is then meticulously gilded with 24 Karat gold, a precious metal that symbolizes purity, illumination, and the attainment of enlightenment. The radiant golden finish reflects light beautifully, creating a captivating visual presence that draws the eye and inspires contemplation. The statue's dimensions, 6.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 inches, make it a versatile piece suitable for various settings. Place it on your altar, meditation space, or even a bookshelf to serve as a constant reminder of the power of wisdom and the potential for inner transformation. Every aspect of this sculpture serves as a reminder to cultivate wisdom and compassion, to break free from the chains of ignorance, and to strive for enlightenment. This statue of can be more than a beautiful object, but a tool to support your journey toward self-discovery and liberation.

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.