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Tibetan Buddhist Incense Burner

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	ZAY67
	Copper
	Height: 15.5 inch
	Width: 6.5 inch
	Depth: 6.5 inch
	Weight 1.30 kg

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A Vessel for Tranquility: Tibetan Incense Burner

Immerse yourself in the serene and sacred atmosphere of Tibetan Buddhism with this exquisite copper incense burner. More than just an object for burning incense, this piece is a conduit for mindfulness and a testament to the rich spiritual heritage of the Himalayas. Crafted from durable and lustrous copper, its intricate design speaks volumes about the dedication and artistry involved in its creation, embodying a tradition passed down through generations. The burner's structure is a masterpiece of symbolic representation. The base, wide and grounded, suggests stability and foundation, much like the teachings of the Buddha. Rising from this, a cylindrical body is adorned with an openwork lattice of floral motifs. These delicate patterns, reminiscent of the auspicious lotus flower, symbolize purity, spiritual awakening, and enlightenment. The flowers, intricately rendered, seem to bloom outwards, releasing their fragrance and their spiritual essence into the air.

Symbolism and Sacred Adornments

Further up, a flared lotus petal collar supports a rounded chamber. This section is further embellished with small, framed medallions, each bearing detailed iconography. These might depict guardian deities, protective symbols, or representations of the Dharma itself, reminding the user of the spiritual path and the blessings that surround us. The hemispherical lid, also intricately pierced, crowns the vessel. At its apex sits a delicate, golden finial, often representative of a vajra, or dorje, the thunderbolt scepter that symbolizes indestructibility and the enlightened mind, or a Dharma wheel, symbolizing the Buddha's teachings. This crowning element signifies the pinnacle of spiritual attainment. The practice of burning incense in Buddhism is deeply rooted in ancient traditions. Incense, with its fragrant smoke, is used to purify the environment, to create a sacred space conducive to meditation and prayer, and as an offering to the deities and the Buddha. The aroma is believed to calm the mind, dispel negative energies, and evoke a sense of peace and devotion. In Tibetan culture, incense ceremonies are a vital part of monastic rituals and personal practice, fostering a connection to the divine and promoting inner harmony.

An Artisan Treasure

This incense burner is not merely functional; it is a work of art designed to inspire contemplation. Its generous dimensions allow for ample incense to be burned, filling your space with a continuous, calming fragrance. The copper material, with its warm, earthy tones, adds a tactile and visual richness, making it a captivating centerpiece for any altar or meditation space. The detailed craftsmanship, from the fine filigree work to the precisely placed decorative elements, showcases the skill of the artisans. Owning this incense burner is like holding a piece of Tibetan spiritual history, an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with a profound sense of peace and mindfulness.

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.