Tibetan Buddhist Ashtamangala Incense Stick Holder

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Tibetan Buddhist Ashtamangala Incense Stick Holder

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Name: Tibetan Buddhist Ashtamangala Incense Stick Holder
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZBO31
Price: 70.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$81

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Specifications

	ZBO31
	Copper
	Height: 3.5 inch
	Width: 5 inch
	Depth: 5 inch
	Weight 140 gm

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An Emblem of Auspiciousness and Serenity

Elevate your sacred space with this exquisite incense holder, a beautiful embodiment of Tibetan Buddhist tradition and artistry. Crafted from durable copper, its design is intricately detailed, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Himalayas. This piece is more than just an incense holder; it's a conduit for tranquility and a symbol of auspicious blessings. ––––––––––––––––––

The Eight Auspicious Symbols

The most striking feature of this incense holder is its adornment with the Ashtamangala, the eight symbols of good fortune in Tibetan Buddhism. Each symbol carries profound meaning, representing various aspects of the path to enlightenment and the qualities of a Buddha. The

Endless Knot

symbolizes the interconnectedness of all phenomena and the union of wisdom and compassion. The

Lotus Flower

represents purity and spiritual awakening, growing unstained from the muddy waters of samsara. The

Victory Banner

signifies the triumph of Buddhist teachings over ignorance and obstacles. The

Golden Fish

symbolize freedom from the ocean of suffering and the ability to move freely. The

Conch Shell

heralds the propagation of the Dharma, calling sentient beings to awakening. The

Parasol

represents protection from suffering and harmful influences. The

Vase of Treasures

signifies spiritual and material abundance, as well as the fulfillment of wishes. Finally, the

Wheel of Dharma

represents the Buddha's teachings and the path to liberation. These symbols, historically found in ancient Indian art and later embraced by Tibetan Buddhism, are believed to bring good luck, prosperity, and spiritual merit to those who behold them. Their presence on this incense holder imbues it with a powerful protective and blessings-bestowing energy. ––––––––––––––––––

A Sacred Ritual of Scent and Spirit

The use of incense in spiritual practices dates back millennia, with its aromatic smoke believed to purify the environment, dispel negative energies, and create a conducive atmosphere for meditation, prayer, and contemplation. In Tibetan Buddhism, specific incense blends are used to honor deities, enhance concentration, and invoke blessings. This holder, with its multiple openings, is designed to accommodate standard incense sticks, allowing their fragrant smoke to rise and fill your space with a sense of peace and devotion. The central cylindrical part of the holder, topped with a tiered spire reminiscent of a stupa, serves as the focal point. Around the base of this spire, small apertures are thoughtfully placed to hold your incense sticks. The wide, petal-like base, adorned with raised reliefs of the Ashtamangala, provides a stable and elegant platform to catch any falling ash, keeping your altar or meditation space clean and serene. The dark, aged patina of the copper, accented by the brighter, golden hue of the symbols, adds to its antique charm and spiritual depth. This incense holder is not merely a functional item but a beautiful work of art that can serve as a focal point for your altar or a decorative accent in any room, infusing your surroundings with a sense of sacredness and mindful intention. It makes a thoughtful gift for practitioners of Buddhism, those interested in mindfulness, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and symbolism of sacred art.

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.