Set of Seven Prayer Wheels (Wall Hanging)

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	ZAZ10
	Wood, Copper and Brass
	Height: 4.3 inch
	Width: 19 inch
	Depth: 2 inch
	Weight 750 gm

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A Symphony of Auspicious Blessings

Embrace the profound spiritual serenity and rich cultural heritage with this exquisite set of seven wall-hanging prayer wheels. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece serves as a tangible reminder of devotion and a pathway to cultivating inner peace. The prayer wheels themselves are fashioned from a harmonious blend of copper and brass, their cylindrical surfaces adorned with sacred Tibetan mantras, believed to transmit blessings with every turn. Each wheel is crowned with a decorative cap, meticulously embellished with vibrant, semi-precious stones – fiery red coral and serene turquoise. These stones are not merely decorative; in many cultures, they are believed to possess protective and balancing energies, enhancing the overall spiritual resonance of the piece. ––––––––––

Echoes of Ancient Wisdom

The tradition of prayer wheels is deeply rooted in Tibetan Buddhism, a practice said to have been inspired by the sage Narada, who presented the first prayer wheel to the Buddha. According to legend, the Buddha himself sanctioned the use of prayer wheels, asserting that spinning them was equivalent to reciting the mantras contained within. The popular mantra found on these wheels, "Om Mani Padme Hum," is an invocation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. It is a profound expression of interconnectedness and a plea for universal kindness. The number seven holds significant spiritual weight across various traditions, often symbolizing completeness, perfection, and good fortune. Thus, this set of seven prayer wheels amplifies these auspicious qualities, offering a powerful focal point for meditation and prayer. ––––––––––

Artistry and Devotion United

The seven prayer wheels are presented on a beautifully carved wooden base, finished in a deep, lustrous black that accentuates the gleam of the metalwork. The wooden frame itself features intricate, embossed patterns, hinting at the artistry and dedication involved in its creation. This base is designed to be wall-mounted, allowing you to bring a touch of sacred beauty and spiritual practice into any living space, meditation room, or office. The assembly is sturdy and balanced, ensuring that each wheel is poised to spin freely, carrying its silent prayers on the currents of air. This wall-hanging set is more than just a decorative item; it is a vessel of positive energy, a testament to enduring spiritual traditions, and a beautiful piece of art that inspires contemplation and mindfulness in your everyday life.

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.