Vasudhara

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Name: Vasudhara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EA50
Price: 260.00 USD
Availability: InStock

₽20,091

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Specifications

	EA50
	Copper Sculpture
	7.0" X 6.0" X 4.2"
	Weight 4 kg

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Goddess of Abundance

Behold the embodiment of prosperity and abundance in this exquisite copper sculpture. This meticulously crafted piece invites the blessings of wealth, good fortune, and spiritual growth into your home. Every detail, from the intricate ornamentation to the serene expression, reflects the divine grace and benevolent power she embodies. ###

The Symbolism Within

The sculpture presents the goddess seated in a posture of royal ease, one leg drawn up while the other hangs down in a gesture of readiness to bestow blessings upon all. Her multiple arms extend outwards, each holding symbolic objects that represent different aspects of abundance and prosperity. One hand may hold a sheaf of grain, symbolizing fertile harvests and nourishment, while another might grasp a jewel or a vessel overflowing with riches. In one of her hands she holds a precious jewel. Her posture and the symbols she holds convey a sense of boundless generosity and the promise of prosperity for those who seek her blessings.

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A Timeless Tradition

Copper, the metal used to fashion this sculpture, holds significant value in various cultures. Revered for its conductivity and durability, copper has been used in sacred objects and artistic creations for millennia. The warm, reddish hue of the metal enhances the divine presence, bringing a sense of groundedness and stability to the spiritual energy it embodies. ###

Crafted with Devotion

This copper sculpture is the result of skilled artisans dedicating their time and talent to craft a representation of the divine. The creation process is often viewed as a sacred practice, with each step carried out with intention and devotion. The result is a piece of art that not only captures the visual likeness but also radiates a sense of peace and positive energy. This statue measures 7.0" X 6.0" X 4.2", a perfect size for display on a shelf, altar, or any space where you wish to invite the presence of abundance. Bring the essence of prosperity and spiritual richness into your life with this captivating copper sculpture.

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.