Om Mani Padme Hum Prayer Wheel with Gemstone and Fine Filigree Work

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Name: Om Mani Padme Hum Prayer Wheel with Gemstone and Fine Filigree Work
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: RT36
Price: 150.00 USD
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	RT36
	Brass, Copper, Wood and Gemstone
	Height: 13 inch
	Width: 3.5 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 470 gm

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Sacred Cylinders of Compassion

Journey toward enlightenment with this exquisitely crafted prayer wheel, a tangible expression of compassion and a revered symbol in Buddhist tradition. Prayer wheels, also known as Mani wheels, are not mere decorations but powerful instruments for accumulating merit and purifying negativity. Each rotation is believed to release countless blessings and prayers into the universe, spreading peace and well-being to all sentient beings. This particular prayer wheel stands apart with its detailed craftsmanship. The cylinder is crafted with brass and copper, bearing the sacred mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum" meticulously etched into its surface. This mantra, often referred to as the "Jewel in the Lotus," is the essence of compassion and the heart of Buddhist teachings. To gaze upon it, let alone set it into motion, is to connect with the boundless love and wisdom of enlightened beings. Fine filigree work adorns the wheel, adding to its exquisite visual appeal. Embedded gemstones bring color and brightness to the object, reflecting the jewel-like quality of the dharma itself.

The Mantra: Essence of Compassion

"Om Mani Padme Hum" is not simply a collection of syllables; it is a vibrational frequency that resonates with the very fabric of reality. "Om" represents the purity of body, speech, and mind. "Mani" signifies the jewel of enlightenment, the inherent potential for awakening within each of us. "Padme" means lotus, symbolizing wisdom and purity transcending the muddy waters of samsara. "Hum" represents the indivisibility of method and wisdom, the union of all opposites. The mantra is intimately connected with Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, who vowed to liberate all beings from suffering. Legend says that Avalokiteshvara was born from a ray of light emitted from the right thumb of Amitabha Buddha. From Avalokiteshvara’s compassionate gaze sprang forth a tear that formed a lotus, and from that lotus emerged Tara, the Goddess of Compassion. By reciting or activating the prayer wheel containing this powerful mantra, one is believed to invoke Avalokiteshvara's blessings and align oneself with the path of compassion.

Craftsmanship and Materials

The prayer wheel is a testament to the dedication and skill of artisans who have inherited ancient traditions. The combination of brass, copper, wood, and gemstones creates a harmonious balance of materials, each chosen for its symbolic significance and aesthetic appeal. The wooden handle, dyed a warm shade of red, offers a comfortable grip, inviting you to engage in a meditative and mindful practice. With dimensions of 13.0 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches, it is perfectly sized to be held and used during meditation or displayed as a sacred object in your home. It is meant to enhance spaces with devotion and beauty. This prayer wheel is more than a beautiful object; it is a powerful tool for spiritual transformation, and a reminder of the boundless compassion that resides within us all. It is a valuable addition to any space dedicated to contemplation, meditation, or simply to cultivating an atmosphere of peace and well-being.

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.