19" Buddhist Deity Vajrasattva Copper Idol from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Statue

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19" Buddhist Deity Vajrasattva Copper Idol from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Statue

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Vajrasattva's prominence emerges from the heart of the Yoga Tantras, with the Sarvatathāgatatattvasaṁgraha (Symposium of Truth of All the Tathagatas) serving as a pivotal text within this literary realm. Draped in the resplendent garments befitting a princely bodhisattva, Vajrasattva assumes the vajra posture (vajrāsana) atop a moon disk, elevated above a pristine white lotus blossom.

In certain depictions, he is captured with one leg gracefully extended, while in others, he stands with grace. His regal crown often bears an inscription of Akṣobhya's visage. Brilliant rays, often in deep blue hues, radiate from his adorned form, converging into a radiant halo adorned with wish-fulfilling jewels and an encompassing rainbow. Thus, he embodies the living essence of all serene Buddhas.

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Specifications

	CAA214
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 19 inch
	Width: 13 inch
	Depth: 10 inch
	Weight 8.10 kg

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The Indestructible Essence of Purity: Vajrasattva

This magnificent statue embodies Vajrasattva, the Bodhisattva of purification and atonement. In Tibetan Buddhism, Vajrasattva is a central figure invoked to overcome obstacles, purify negative karma, and attain enlightenment. His name, "Vajra" meaning diamond or thunderbolt, and "Sattva" meaning being or essence, signifies his indestructible and pure nature, as unyielding and brilliant as a diamond. This deity is often depicted in a serene and majestic posture, radiating compassion and wisdom.

Masterful Nepalese Craftsmanship

Hailing from Nepal, a land steeped in spiritual artistry, this exquisite idol is a testament to centuries of tradition and skill. Crafted from high-quality copper and adorned with intricate gold detailing, each element of the statue is meticulously shaped and polished by master artisans. The lustrous gold accents highlight the divine attributes of Vajrasattva, from his ornate crown and jewelry to the subtle engravings on his robes. The rich patina of the copper, combined with the gleaming gold, creates a visual symphony that captures the spiritual aura of the deity. The serene expression on Vajrasattva's face, with eyes conveying deep wisdom and gentle compassion, is a hallmark of Nepalese Buddhist art, inviting contemplation and devotion.

Symbolism and Devotion

Vajrasattva is particularly renowned for his purification practice, the Vajrasattva meditation, which is believed to cleanse obscurations and negative karma accumulated over countless lifetimes. He is often depicted holding the vajra scepter in his right hand, symbolizing skillful means and enlightened wisdom, and a bell in his left, representing wisdom and the emptiness of phenomena. The Vajrasattva mantra, "Om Vajrasattva Hum," is considered one of the most powerful purification mantras in the Vajrayana tradition, capable of transforming negative energies and leading the practitioner towards spiritual liberation. This statue, with its commanding presence and profound symbolism, serves as a focal point for meditation and a constant reminder of the path to inner peace and enlightenment. The intricate details, from the lotus throne upon which he sits to the flowing silks of his attire, are not merely decorative but are imbued with deep spiritual meaning, each element designed to enhance the devotional experience. This piece is more than just an object of art; it is a conduit to spiritual connection and a vessel of divine grace.

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.