Manjushri - Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom

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Name: Manjushri - Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XM58
Price: 285.00 USD
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	XM58
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.8 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 1.54 kg

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The Embodiment of Wisdom

Behold this exquisite sculpture, a representation of transcendent wisdom and insight. This piece captures the essence of a revered figure within the Buddhist pantheon, symbolizing the power to cut through delusion and ignorance. Crafted with meticulous detail, this statue will make a striking addition to any space, serving as a reminder of the path to enlightenment. This depiction shows the deity seated in the lotus position, a posture of meditation and spiritual equilibrium. The serene expression embodies a sense of peace and profound understanding. The artist has rendered intricate details to the crown, ornaments, and garments, giving a sense of grandeur and divinity to the piece. This carefully crafted statue radiates a sense of power and tranquility, making it a beautiful addition to any meditation space, home or office.

A Symbol from Sacred Lore

Within Buddhist tradition, this deity is revered as the embodiment of wisdom, intelligence, and awareness. Often depicted wielding a flaming sword, known as the "sword of wisdom," the deity uses it to cut through the entanglements of ignorance and false views, freeing sentient beings from the cycle of suffering. In his other hand, the deity holds the stem of a lotus blossom which supports the Prajnaparamita Sutra, a sacred text embodying the perfection of wisdom. Legends tell of how this deity vowed to postpone his own Buddhahood until all beings were enlightened. He embodies the profound compassion and unwavering commitment that characterizes the Bodhisattva path. The deity is also considered the patron deity of scholars, students, and anyone seeking to sharpen their intellect and gain deeper insight into the nature of reality. In some traditions, he is believed to be associated with the power of memory and is invoked to aid in study and recall. He is often invoked to support the development of wisdom and intellect, providing the clarity needed to overcome obstacles on the path to enlightenment.

Crafted with Care

This sculpture is rendered from copper and gilded with genuine 24-karat gold, giving it a radiant and enduring luster. The piece has been painstakingly crafted to capture the deity's grace and power. The rich details and luminous finish make this sculpture a work of art that will be treasured for generations. The meticulous attention to detail makes this piece a standout, perfect for meditation spaces, studios, or anywhere you desire to imbue a sense of profound meaning and artistic beauty.

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.