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Tibetan Buddhist Incense Stick Holder

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Name: Tibetan Buddhist Incense Stick Holder
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZBQ46
Price: 50.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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	ZBQ46
	Brass and Copper
	Height: 8 inch
	Width: 1 inch
	Depth: 1 inch
	Weight 100 gm

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Embrace Serenity with a Sacred Vessel

This exquisite piece, crafted from a harmonious blend of brass and copper, is more than just an incense holder; it's a conduit for spiritual practice and a testament to the rich artistry of Tibetan Buddhism. Its cylindrical form, adorned with intricate details, echoes the prayer wheels found in monasteries and holy sites across the Himalayas, each turn of which is believed to send prayers and mantras out into the world. The warm, earthy tones of the copper and the subtle gleam of the brass evoke a sense of grounding and antiquity, inviting contemplation and peace.

Whispers of the Divine

The exterior of this sacred vessel is a canvas of spiritual symbolism. Bands of ancient Tibetan script, believed to be mantra, encircle its body, their characters imbued with the power of sacred utterance. Between these inscribed sections, depictions of the Vajra, the diamond-thunderbolt, are meticulously rendered. In Buddhist iconography, the Vajra represents indestructibility, power, and the enlightened mind that can cut through illusion. It is often associated with Vajrapani, a bodhisattva who embodies the power of all Buddhas. Tiny, vibrant turquoise stones are set amidst these motifs, reminiscent of the precious jewels that adorn deities and signify the vastness of the sky and the wisdom it holds. The capping ornament, a small, bright red stone, adds a final touch of auspiciousness, perhaps symbolizing vitality or the Buddha's enlightened speech.

A Touch of the Enlightenment

Further down its length, miniature images of the Buddha are delicately etched. These representations evoke the serene presence of Siddhartha Gautama, the Shakyamuni Buddha, whose teachings have guided countless souls towards liberation. Imagine the subtle aroma of burning incense filling your space, mingled with the echoes of ancient chants and the profound stillness that emanates from these sacred symbols. This holder, therefore, becomes an altar in miniature, a focal point for your meditation, prayer, or simply moments of quiet reflection, connecting you to centuries of spiritual tradition and the pursuit of inner peace. Its well-proportioned size makes it suitable for any personal altar or sacred space, a constant reminder of the path to enlightenment.

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.