Prayer Wheel on Stand

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Name: Prayer Wheel on Stand
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDF45
Price: 535.00 USD
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Specifications

	ZDF45
	Copper Statue
	Height: 15.3 inch
	Width: 7.5 inch
	Depth: 7.5 inch
	Weight 1.68 kg

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Embrace Inner Peace and Serenity

This exquisite copper prayer wheel, meticulously crafted on a sturdy stand, is more than just an object of art; it's a conduit for spiritual well-being and a symbol of profound peace. Rooted in the rich traditions of Tibetan Buddhism, prayer wheels are believed to imbue the world with blessings and positive energy through the turning of mantras. Each rotation is akin to reciting the prayers contained within, accumulating merit and purifying negativities.

A Tapestry of Sacred Symbols

Adorning the surface of this prayer wheel is the sacred mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum," a profound invocation central to the teachings of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. This powerful mantra is believed to generate wisdom and compassion, offering solace and guidance to all sentient beings. Interspersed between the mantras are auspicious symbols that hold deep cultural and mythological significance. The endless knot, for instance, represents the interconnectedness of all things, the eternal nature of the Buddha's teachings, and the cycle of birth and rebirth. Other decorative elements evoke the regal splendor and divine protection often associated with Buddhist iconography. The rich copper, combined with the intricate silver detailing, creates a visually stunning piece that radiates a sense of sacred beauty and devotion.

A Timeless Tradition for Modern Life

The practice of spinning prayer wheels dates back centuries, originating from the belief that visualizing a sacred text or mantra while turning a wheel amplifies its power. Legend has it that the practice was first introduced by the monk Naropa, who, while fleeing an enemy, encountered a demon. He used his great wisdom to subdue the demon and then began to spin the inscribed cylinder, proclaiming that all who turn prayer wheels will gain merit. This prayer wheel, presented on its own stand, allows for easy and continuous spinning, making it a perfect addition to any meditation space, altar, or serene corner of your home. Its presence serves as a constant reminder to cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Invite this ancient practice into your modern world and experience the transformative power of devotion.

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.