Medicine Buddha

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Name: Medicine Buddha
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZO44
Price: 185.00 USD
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	ZO44
	Copper Sculpture gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 5.3 inch
	Width: 3.5 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 3 kg

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The Healer of Souls

Encounter the embodiment of healing and enlightenment with this exquisitely crafted sculpture. A beacon of compassion, this figure represents a profound promise: to relieve the suffering of all beings. Seated in the meditative posture, with unwavering serenity, this representation serves as a potent reminder of the path to inner peace and well-being. The left hand holds a begging bowl filled with herbs, a symbolic offering of medicine for the body and mind. The right hand is extended in the Varada Mudra, a gesture of giving, granting blessings, and offering solace. Each detail, from the gentle slope of the shoulders to the calm expression, is designed to inspire tranquility and mindfulness.

A Touch of Gold and Timeless Craftsmanship

This piece is a testament to artistry and devotion. Meticulously cast in copper, the sculpture is then adorned with a radiant layer of 24 Karat gold. The gilding not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also symbolizes purity and the attainment of spiritual wealth. The meticulous process ensures the statue possesses a captivating luster that will endure for generations. The compact size makes it perfect for placement on an altar, desk, or shelf, serving as a constant source of inspiration and a focal point for meditation and reflection.

The Realm of Healing

The Medicine Buddha, known also as Bhaisajyaguru, is an enlightened being revered across various Buddhist traditions. Legend tells of his twelve great vows made upon attaining Buddhahood, each dedicated to alleviating suffering and bringing happiness to all sentient beings. These vows encompass physical and mental health, freedom from poverty and oppression, and guidance on the path to enlightenment. Meditating upon the Medicine Buddha is said to unlock healing energies within oneself and others. Chanting his mantra is believed to purify negative karma, overcome illness, and foster overall well-being. More than just a representation, this statue invites you to connect with a lineage of healing wisdom, to tap into the boundless potential for compassion and transformation that resides within. Displaying this statue is a beautiful reminder of the inherent capacity for healing and inner peace within each of us.

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.