Yogini

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Name: Yogini
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: EA91
Price: 315.00 USD
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	EA91
	Copper Sculpture gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 8 inch
	Depth: 3.6 inch
	Weight 3 kg

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A Glimpse into Divine Feminine Power

Crafted in copper and meticulously gilded with 24 Karat gold, this radiant sculpture embodies the fierce grace and potent wisdom of the Yogini. More than just a statue, this is a conduit to the ancient energies of the feminine divine. The term Yogini, meaning "female master of Yoga", is deeply interwoven with tantric traditions, representing powerful spiritual adepts capable of immense transformation, both within themselves and in the world around them. This is not simply a figure; it is a representation of the liberated woman, a warrior of the spirit who has transcended the limitations of the ordinary. The Yogini embodies strength, courage, and unwavering determination in the pursuit of enlightenment. The precise and intricate detailing, from the flowing lines of her attire to the serene expression on her face, is designed to capture the powerful essence of these divine figures.

Iconography and Symbolism

Notice the details imbued within this representation of a Yogini: The three eyes symbolizes wisdom and the ability to see beyond the limitations of the mundane world. She is adorned with intricate jewelry, the symbols of her status and accomplishment along her spiritual path. The vessel that she is holding represents wisdom, and the hand gesture represents generosity. She is standing in a casual pose, yet there is no denying her power. This stance suggests both a grounding presence and a readiness to act. The details of her adornment – the crown, the necklaces, and the armlets – each contribute to the visual narrative, telling a story of spiritual attainment and a mastery of inner energies. This sculpture invites you to delve deeper into the mystical realms of the Yogini tradition. It serves as a powerful reminder of the divine feminine energy that resides within us all.

Material and Craftsmanship

This sculpture, measuring 11.0 x 8.0 x 3.6 inches, is rendered from copper to provide a strong and substantial form. Then the piece is coated in 24 Karat Gold, reflecting the brilliance and purity of spiritual attainment. The gold adds a luminous quality that captures and reflects light, creating a captivating focal point wherever it is displayed. This exquisite piece represents the confluence of artistic mastery and profound spiritual symbolism, and is sure to become a cherished treasure, imbued with meaning and presence.

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.