Vajrayogini Naro Kha Chod (Sarvabuddha Dakini)

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Name: Vajrayogini Naro Kha Chod (Sarvabuddha Dakini)
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XR14
Price: 150.00 USD
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	XR14
	Copper Sculpture gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 3.8 inch
	Width: 2.2 inch
	Depth: 1 inch
	Weight 120 gm

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Embodying Wisdom and Liberation

This exquisite copper sculpture, lavishly gilded with 24 karat gold, depicts the powerful dakini, Vajrayogini. Also known as Sarvabuddha Dakini, she is a principal deity in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying the essence of all Buddhas and representing the ultimate wisdom that liberates beings from the cycle of suffering. Her form is dynamic and fierce, a testament to her role as a protector and guide on the spiritual path. The intricate detailing of the sculpture captures her energetic presence and profound spiritual significance.

Iconography and Meaning

Vajrayogini is often depicted with one face and two arms, her expression fierce and wrathful, symbolizing her ability to overcome obstacles and dissolve ignorance. Her body is adorned with traditional jewelry, and she is often shown with a kapala (skull cup) in one hand and a kartri (curved knife) in the other, tools for severing the root of delusion. The khetaka (shield) and khadga (sword) she wields here further emphasize her martial prowess in combating the forces that impede enlightenment. She stands in a dancing posture, often with her right leg bent and her left leg extended, signifying her mastery over all phenomena. The flaming aura surrounding her represents the wisdom fire that purifies the mind and burns away impurities. The multi-layered base, reminiscent of lotus petals, signifies purity and the unfolding of spiritual realization. She is frequently shown trampling on figures representing obstacles or negative emotions, underscoring her power to conquer them.

A Divine Consort and Emanation

In tantric traditions, Vajrayogini is often seen as the consort of Heruka, a wrathful manifestation of Chakrasamvara. Together, they represent the union of method and wisdom, the key to achieving enlightenment. She is also recognized as an emanation of Nairatmya, the goddess of emptiness, emphasizing her connection to the ultimate nature of reality. Her practice is considered to be a swift and direct path to Buddhahood, offering practitioners the opportunity to attain enlightenment in a single lifetime. She is revered as the embodiment of the enlightened mind, the very essence of the Dakini realm.

Artistic Craftsmanship and Spiritual Significance

Crafted from high-quality copper and meticulously gilded with pure 24 karat gold, this statue is not merely an artistic object but a sacred vessel for devotion and meditation. The fine craftsmanship and attention to detail in this sculpture bring forth the dynamic energy and profound symbolism of Vajrayogini. Its compact size makes it suitable for personal altars, meditation spaces, or as a cherished item to carry for spiritual grounding. The lustrous gold finish further enhances its divine aura, making it a truly captivating piece that inspires contemplation and devotion. This statue serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for awakening within all beings and the journey towards ultimate freedom.

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.