Tibetan Buddhist Incense Stick Holder cum Burner

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	ZCE36
	Copper and Brass with Inlay
	Height: 3.2 inch
	Width: 10 inch
	Depth: 1.7 inch
	Weight 340 gm

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Sacred Aromas and Divine Blessings

Elevate your spiritual practice and create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility with this exquisite Tibetan Buddhist Incense Stick Holder cum Burner. Crafted from a harmonious blend of copper and brass, this artisanal piece is not merely functional but a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Tibet. Its intricate inlay work, featuring vibrant turquoise and striking red stones, draws the eye and whispers tales of ancient wisdom and devotion.

Symbols of Serenity and Enlightenment

The upper section of this burner is adorned with small, finely detailed brass figurines set against a backdrop of turquoise and red mosaic tiles. These figures often represent deities or important symbols within Buddhist iconography, such as lotuses, which symbolize purity and enlightenment, or perhaps the serene visage of a Buddha. The interplay of these sacred images and the vibrant colors is designed to inspire mindfulness and foster a deeper connection to the spiritual realm. The inclusion of such imagery is deeply rooted in Tibetan Buddhism, where visual representations serve as powerful tools for meditation and contemplation, aiding practitioners in focusing their minds and invoking blessings.

Whispers of the Dharma

The lower cylindrical section of the burner is encircled by a band of luminous turquoise tiles, intricately inlaid with auspicious Tibetan script in gleaming brass. These sacred characters are more than mere decoration; they are often mantra syllables or phrases that carry profound spiritual meaning. The continuous loop of these inscribed words symbolizes the eternal flow of the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha, and the cyclical nature of existence. The act of burning incense in such a vessel is a ritual deeply embedded in Tibetan culture, believed to purify the environment, appease spirits, and create an auspicious atmosphere conducive to prayer and meditation.

A Vessel for Inner Peace

The design of this burner, with its built-in drawer for ashes, speaks to both practicality and reverence. The drawer ensures a clean and orderly experience, allowing you to focus on the ritual and the fragrant smoke without distraction. The small, ornate legs provide a stable and elegant base, making it a beautiful addition to any altar, meditation space, or sacred corner of your home. Imagine the gentle scent of sandalwood or juniper wafting through your space, carrying with it the blessings of ancient traditions and the aspirations for peace and well-being. This piece serves as a tangible link to the spiritual practices that have guided countless souls towards inner harmony and enlightenment for centuries.

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.