Vajrasattva

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Name: Vajrasattva
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EN64
Price: 220.00 USD
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Specifications

	EN64
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.5 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 1.50 kg

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The Embodiment of Purity

Invite serenity and the transformative power of purification into your sacred space with this exquisitely crafted statue. Seated in the serene lotus position, this depiction emanates a profound sense of calm and embodies the potential for enlightenment inherent in all beings. The intricate detail and skillful artistry that has gone into crafting this statue makes it a truly exceptional piece for any collection, or as a focal point for meditation practice. The figure is adorned with ornate jewelry and a majestic crown, symbolizing enlightened qualities and mastery. In the right hand, a vajra is held, representing the diamond-like nature of reality - indestructible, clear, and luminous. The left hand rests holding a bell, symbolizing wisdom and emptiness, and the union of these two represents enlightenment. The flowing robes and serene expression reflect a state of inner peace and spiritual attainment.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This stunning piece has been meticulously crafted from copper. The statue has been carefully gilded with 24-karat gold to create an aura of radiance and reverence. The choice of materials ensures that this statue not only provides visual beauty, but also longevity, making it a cherished heirloom for generations to come. The dimensions of the statue are approximately 8.5 inches in height, 6.0 inches in width, and 3.5 inches in depth.

Deity and Practice

In Tibetan Buddhism, this figure is revered as the embodiment of purification. The practice associated with this deity involves the recitation of his hundred-syllable mantra, which is believed to purify negative karma, obscurations, and impurities of body, speech, and mind. It is also viewed as a means of strengthening one's commitment to one's vows and aspirations. He is often meditated upon as a preliminary practice for other tantric meditations, and is considered to be a powerful means of clearing the path to spiritual realization. The deity's association with purity extends beyond the individual practitioner. It reflects the inherent purity of all phenomena and the potential for all beings to awaken to their true nature. Meditating upon this form is an affirmation of the possibility of transformation and a recognition of the innate wisdom and compassion within. Inviting this image into your home or practice space creates an environment conducive to inner peace, healing, and spiritual growth.

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.