Yamantaka

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Name: Yamantaka
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EA99
Price: 220.00 USD
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CA$314

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Specifications

	EA99
	Copper Lost Wax Sculpture
	8.5" x 6.0" x 2.5"
	Weight 3 kg

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A Fierce Protector

Behold this powerful and intricate copper sculpture, a testament to the ancient art of lost wax casting. This is not merely a decorative piece, but a representation of a profound spiritual force within Tibetan Buddhism. Standing 8.5 inches tall, 6.0 inches wide, and 2.5 inches deep, this statue will command attention and inspire awe in any setting. The figure depicted embodies raw power and unyielding determination. The sculpture is cast in copper using the lost wax method, an ancient and revered technique that captures intricate details with remarkable fidelity. The statue exudes a sense of dynamic energy, a reminder of the constant struggle against negative forces and the unwavering pursuit of enlightenment.

The Conqueror of Death

This figure represents a wrathful manifestation, one born from the compassionate wish to liberate all beings from suffering. The path to enlightenment is fraught with obstacles, both internal and external, and this deity is a powerful ally in overcoming these challenges. According to legend, the compassionate Bodhisattva Manjushri took on this terrifying form to subdue Yama, the Lord of Death. Yama had threatened to engulf the world in darkness and suffering, and only a being of equal or greater power could stand against him. To this end, Manjushri assumed this terrifying visage. The purpose of this manifestation is not to instill fear, but rather to inspire unwavering courage and the ability to overcome all obstacles on the spiritual path. By meditating on this deity, practitioners seek to develop the inner strength and wisdom necessary to conquer their own inner demons and achieve liberation. The deity’s posture atop a bull signifies power and control over the animalistic instincts that can hinder spiritual progress. The bull is laden with beads and appears serene. The details of the ornamentation and the flames surrounding the form are a testament to the sculptor's skill and devotion. The flaming aureole around the figure amplifies the statue's intensity, a visual representation of transformative power and burning away ignorance. This sculpture serves as a potent symbol of overcoming negativity and embracing the path of wisdom and compassion.

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.