Tibetan Buddhist Hayagriva Phurpa

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Name: Tibetan Buddhist Hayagriva Phurpa
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZCD31
Price: 220.00 USD
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	ZCD31
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold and Wood
	Height: 5.8 inch
	Width: 3.3 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 150 gm

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The Wrathful Guardian: Embracing the Power of Hayagriva

This exquisite artifact embodies the potent and transformative energy of Hayagriva, a wrathful manifestation of the Buddha Avalokiteshvara. In Tibetan Buddhism, Hayagriva is revered as the "Horse-Necked One," a fierce protector against ignorance, obstacles, and negative forces. His powerful form symbolizes the subjugation of delusion and the swift, decisive action needed to clear spiritual hindrances. This representation is designed to evoke a sense of awe and encourage the practitioner to confront and overcome internal and external challenges with courage and determination.

Symbolism and Iconography

Hayagriva is often depicted with a horse's head emerging from his own, signifying his ability to conquer the "horse" of the restless mind. He is a deity of immense power, capable of taming the wild passions and uncontrolled thoughts that can impede spiritual progress. The furious expression and dynamic posture of this representation are not meant to instill fear, but rather to convey the unwavering resolve and potent energy he wields in his role as a guardian. The complex ornamentation and the vibrant golden hue speak to his divine nature and the preciousness of the spiritual liberation he champions. The phurba, or ritual dagger, which is an integral part of this representation, is a powerful symbol of piercing ignorance and cutting through illusion. It is often used in tantric practices to subdue demons and purify negative energies.

Craftsmanship and Divine Radiance

This piece is meticulously crafted from copper and lavishly gilded with 24-karat gold, imbuing it with a resplendent aura that speaks of celestial presence. The intricate details of Hayagriva’s fearsome yet compassionate visage, his powerful limbs poised for action, and the symbolic elements are rendered with remarkable artistry. The warm glow of the gold not only enhances the visual appeal but also signifies purity, divinity, and the ultimate nature of awakened consciousness. The contrasting dark wood base provides a stable and grounding foundation, allowing the divine radiance of the gilded figure to command attention and inspire reverence. This fusion of precious materials and masterful craftsmanship results in an object of profound spiritual significance and aesthetic beauty.

A Tool for Spiritual Transformation

Possessing this Hayagriva phurba is more than acquiring a decorative item; it is inviting the powerful energies of this enlightened deity into your sacred space. Whether used in meditation, ritual, or as a focal point for contemplation, it serves as a constant reminder of the unwavering strength and wisdom available to overcome life's challenges. In ancient traditions, deities like Hayagriva were invoked to protect against epidemics, subdue enemies, and to assist in the journey towards enlightenment. This artifact serves as a tangible link to these powerful traditions, offering a pathway to cultivate inner resilience and spiritual fortitude.

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.