Amitabha Buddha as Amitayus

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	ZAG61
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.5 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 1.48 kg

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The Buddha of Immeasurable Life

This exquisite statue embodies the compassionate essence of a celestial Buddha revered in various Buddhist traditions, particularly in Pure Land Buddhism. This depiction portrays him not merely as a Buddha but as the embodiment of longevity and boundless merit, a figure whose blessings extend towards the attainment of enlightenment and a peaceful afterlife. The serene expression, the delicate hand gestures, and the radiant golden finish all contribute to an aura of profound tranquility and spiritual power. This Buddha is believed to reside in Sukhavati, the Western Pure Land, a realm of perfect bliss free from suffering and distraction. It is a place where practitioners aspire to be reborn to more easily pursue the path to enlightenment. Reciting his name with faith and devotion is believed to create the karmic connection necessary for rebirth in this blissful realm. The iconography of this Buddha underscores his role as a savior, guiding beings through the cycle of birth and death toward ultimate liberation.

Craftsmanship and Materials

This stunning piece is meticulously crafted from copper, a metal valued for its durability and ability to hold intricate details. The copper statue is then lavishly gilded with 24-karat gold. This gilding enhances the statue's visual appeal and symbolizes the inherent purity and enlightenment of the Buddha. The application of gold leaf is a delicate and time-consuming process, often passed down through generations of skilled artisans, ensuring that each piece is a unique work of art. The statue is adorned with carefully placed semi-precious stones, adding touches of color and reinforcing the feeling of abundance and well-being associated with this figure. Each stone, carefully selected and meticulously set, contributes to the overall sense of harmony and balance.

A Symbol of Hope and Liberation

Displaying this statue in your home or meditation space creates a powerful reminder of the possibility of overcoming suffering and attaining enlightenment. It serves as a focal point for meditation and contemplation, inviting you to connect with the Buddha's infinite compassion and wisdom. Its presence can help cultivate a sense of peace, serenity, and optimism, encouraging you to live a life of purpose and meaning. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or simply seeking to enhance your environment with beauty and spiritual energy, this piece is a worthy addition to any collection. It serves not only as an object of beauty, but also as a reminder of the potential for inner peace and enduring happiness that lies within each of us. The intricate details and radiant gold finish will capture the eye and inspire the soul.

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.