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6" Blessing Lord Ganesha From Nepal

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	MIU131
	Copper Gilded with Gold
	Height: 6 inch
	Width: 4 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 600 gm

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Embrace Wisdom and Auspicious Beginnings

Invite the divine presence of Lord Ganesha into your home with this exquisite statue, meticulously crafted in Nepal. Lord Ganesha, revered as the remover of obstacles and the patron of arts and sciences, embodies wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. His form, with the head of an elephant and a human body, is instantly recognizable and deeply cherished across cultures. This particular representation captures his benevolent essence, seated regally and radiating an aura of peace and blessings. The intricate detailing, from the gentle curve of his trunk to the thoughtful posture of his many hands, speaks to the skill of the artisan and the spiritual significance of the deity.

A Divine Aura of Gold and Copper

This captivating statue is brought to life through the rich combination of copper, gilded with gold. The warm, lustrous sheen of the gold accentuates the divine nature of Lord Ganesha, while the underlying copper provides a solid, enduring foundation. The interplay of these precious metals creates a visually stunning piece that is both a spiritual icon and a work of art. The vibrant red accents on his ears and headdress add a touch of dynamism, further enhancing his powerful yet gentle presence. This statue is not merely an object but a conduit for devotion, designed to inspire contemplation and invite divine blessings into your life.

The Patron of New Ventures

In Hindu mythology, Ganesha is widely worshipped at the beginning of rituals and ceremonies, as he is believed to bestow success and remove hindrances. Tales abound of his intelligence and wit, such as his victory in a race around the world against his brother Kartikeya, achieved by circumambulating his parents Shiva and Parvati, demonstrating that devotion and filial piety were more important than speed. He is also known for his love of modaks, a sweet delicacy, often depicted in his hands. This particular idol, with its dignified posture and serene expression, is a perfect representation of his role as the remover of obstacles and the granter of auspicious beginnings, making it an ideal addition to any space where new endeavors are undertaken or where a sense of peace and clarity is sought. Its Nepalese origin adds a unique cultural layer, reflecting the deep-rooted traditions of Buddhist and Hindu art in the region.

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.