Vajrayogini

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Name: Vajrayogini
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZO10
Price: 470.00 USD
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	ZO10
	Copper Lost Wax Sculpture
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 8 inch
	Depth: 3.6 inch
	Weight 10 kg

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Experience the powerful presence of a divine feminine force with this exquisite copper sculpture. Masterfully crafted using the ancient lost wax technique, this statue embodies both artistic beauty and spiritual significance.

The Embodiment of Wisdom and Compassion

This statue captures the essence of a profound concept within Vajrayana Buddhism. Often depicted as fierce and dynamic, this deity represents the ultimate union of wisdom and compassion. Her imagery, though sometimes startling, is rich with symbolism intended to dismantle our conventional perceptions and lead us towards enlightenment. She is an embodiment of transformation and the power to transcend ordinary reality.

The Dance of Transcendence

The figure stands in a powerful pose, her form adorned with intricate details. Her expression is fierce yet compassionate. In her left hand, she holds a kapala filled with amrita, symbolizing the nectar of wisdom and bliss. In her right hand, a curved knife represents the severing of ego and attachment. The khatvanga staff resting against her shoulder represents her consort, symbolizing the union of wisdom and method. Flames engulf her, symbolizing the burning away of ignorance and delusion. Beneath her feet, figures are prostrate, representing the taming of negative emotions and the subjugation of ego. Each element of this sculpture tells a story of spiritual liberation. The lost wax casting gives the copper a rich, warm hue and allows for incredible detail, highlighting the intricate jewelry and flowing garments that adorn her form. It measures 11.0 x 8.0 x 3.6 inches.

A Legacy of Art and Spirituality

The creation of such a piece requires immense skill and dedication, handed down through generations of artisans. The lost wax method, used to create this sculpture, is an ancient technique where a wax model is meticulously crafted, then encased in clay. The wax is melted away, and molten metal is poured into the cavity, creating a lasting work of art. Displaying this statue in your home or meditation space serves as a constant reminder of the potential for inner transformation and the power of wisdom and compassion. It is a symbol of strength, resilience, and the journey towards 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.