Tibetan Buddhist Wall Hanging Garuda Mask - Made in Nepal

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	ZEN214
	Copper Statue From Nepal
	Height: 5.5 inch
	Width: 1.6 inch
	Depth: 5.2 inch
	Weight 290 gm

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A Divine Guardian's Gaze: The Garuda Mask

This exquisite copper mask, meticulously crafted in Nepal, brings the powerful visage of Garuda, the king of birds and the divine mount of Lord Vishnu, into your sacred space. More than just an artifact, it is a potent symbol of protection, strength, and spiritual vigilance. The intricate details capture the essence of Garuda's fierce yet benevolent nature, making it a captivating centerpiece for any altar, meditation room, or as a distinguished decorative accent in your home. ––––––––––––––––––

Echoes of Myth and Divinity

In Hindu mythology, Garuda is a celestial being renowned for his unwavering devotion to Vishnu and his role as the vanquisher of snakes, symbolizing the triumph of righteousness over evil. He is often depicted with the body of a man and the head and wings of an eagle, embodying keen eyesight, speed, and the ability to soar to divine heights. Tales abound of Garuda's epic battles, his immense power, and his ability to carry the divine. In Buddhist traditions, Garuda also plays a significant role, often seen as a protector of dharma and a force against negative energies and delusions. This mask embodies these profound spiritual narratives, serving as a constant reminder of divine protection and the eradication of obstacles on one's spiritual path. ––––––––––––––––––

Artistry from the Himalayas

Hand-forged from high-quality copper in the artisan workshops of Nepal, this Garuda mask is a testament to generations of skilled craftsmanship. The rich patina and the striking contrast between the polished copper and the darker, antiqued recesses highlight the depth and complexity of the design. Each sculpted feather, each curve of the formidable beak, and the intensity in its almond-shaped eyes are brought to life through the artisan's dedication. The fiery headdress and the decorative elements framing the face speak of Garuda's celestial power and divine aura. ––––––––––––––––––

A Sacred Presence for Your Home

The dimensions of this mask are perfectly suited for a variety of placements. Whether mounted on a wall to ward off negativity, placed on a shelf amongst other spiritual items, or incorporated into a larger artistic display, its presence is commanding and inspiring. It serves as a potent focal point, inviting contemplation on themes of courage, liberation, and the unwavering pursuit of spiritual truth. This Garuda mask is not merely an object; it is an invocation of divine power and a beautiful representation of ancient wisdom and artistry, brought to you from the heart of the Himalayas.

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.