14" Vajrapani Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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14" Vajrapani Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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Name: 14" Vajrapani Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA149
Price: 730.00 USD
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Vajrapani stands as a remarkable and eminent presence in the tapestry of Buddhism, embodying the harmonious convergence of limitless compassion, profound insight, and unwavering strength. Through his dynamic and captivating form, Vajrapani encapsulates the harmonious dance of wisdom and compassion, vital forces on the transformative path toward spiritual enlightenment. His depiction captures the fearless-bravery needed to confront life's diverse challenges and the resolute determination essential for surpassing all obstacles.

His resolute expression serves as a poignant prompt for practitioners to bravely face life's challenges, armed with the knowledge that the lightning bolt of wisdom can swiftly penetrate the veils of ignorance and confusion. The loop held in his left hand signifies the compassionate guidance he provides, skillfully steering sentient beings toward the journey of liberation and spiritual freedom.

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Specifications

	CAA149
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 14 inch
	Width: 10 inch
	Depth: 3 inch
	Weight 5.40 kg

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Embodiment of Immovable Power: The Vajrapani Statue

This striking statue captures the formidable essence of Vajrapani, a prominent deity in Buddhist iconography, revered as a protector of Buddhist teachings and a vanquisher of obstacles. Crafted in Nepal, a land steeped in spiritual artistry, this piece is a testament to the skill of its creators, who have brought to life a divine figure with exceptional detail and vibrant energy. The statue is rendered in copper, a material often associated with purity and strength, and is richly adorned with gold accents that gleam with divine radiance, symbolizing enlightenment and spiritual wealth.

The Protector's Fierce Visage and Symbolism

Vajrapani, often depicted with a fearsome countenance, is not an entity of malice, but rather a manifestation of wisdom's power to overcome ignorance and delusion. His wrathful expression, with bared fangs and piercing eyes, signifies his unwavering determination to protect the Dharma from internal and external hindrances. The iconography of Vajrapani draws from the ancient legends of the thunderbolt-wielding god Indra, a powerful celestial being in Hindu mythology. In Buddhism, Vajrapani embodies a similar strength, holding the vajra (thunderbolt) or a vajra-like scepter, representing irresistible force and the unbreakable nature of enlightened mind. His dynamic posture and the swirling flames that emanate behind him further emphasize his dynamic power and his role as a force of transformation and protection.

Artistry Rooted in Tradition

The artistry of this Nepalese statue is deeply rooted in centuries of Buddhist sculptural tradition. The intricate rendering of Vajrapani's facial features, the delicate ornamentation adorning his body, and the dynamic composition all speak to a profound understanding of the spiritual symbolism embedded within the deity's form. The vibrant blue skin is a common representation of Vajrapani, symbolizing his omnipresence and his ability to penetrate all phenomena. The tiger skin lower garment is a symbol of his mastery over primal desires and his fearlessness. The lotus pedestal upon which he stands represents purity and spiritual awakening, grounding the fierce deity in a foundation of enlightenment. This statue is not merely an object of art but a sacred representation designed to inspire devotion, courage, and protection in the hearts of practitioners. Its substantial presence makes it a powerful centerpiece for any altar or meditation space, inviting contemplation of the inherent power within to overcome life's challenges.

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.