Small Prayer Wheel

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Name: Small Prayer Wheel
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZCA02
Price: 25.00 USD
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	ZCA02
	Copper
	Height: 4.5 inch
	Width: 0.1 inch
	Depth: 0.1 inch
	Weight 20 gm

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A Miniature Portal to Serenity: The Handheld Prayer Wheel

This exquisite copper prayer wheel offers a tangible connection to ancient spiritual practices. Crafted with meticulous detail, it embodies centuries of tradition and devotion, serving as a powerful tool for mindfulness and spiritual enrichment. The intricate engravings adorning its cylindrical body are not mere decoration; they represent sacred mantras, most notably the mantra of compassion, "Om Mani Padme Hum." Each turn of this wheel is said to echo the recitation of these powerful syllables, purifying the mind and accumulating merit.

Whispers of Ancient Wisdom: The Spiritual Significance

In Tibetan Buddhism, prayer wheels are considered equivalent to the physical act of chanting mantras. Legend tells of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, the embodiment of compassion, who is said to have created the first prayer wheel. By spinning the wheel, practitioners engage in a form of moving meditation, generating positive energy and sending blessings to all sentient beings. It is believed that the merit accumulated through spinning the wheel is equal to that of reciting the mantras contained within it millions of times. This practice is also associated with purifying negative karma and cultivating inner peace. The counter-clockwise spinning is associated with the accumulation of merit, while clockwise spinning is for confession and purification. The small weight attached to a chain allows the wheel to be spun with a gentle flick of the wrist, making the practice accessible even for those with limited mobility.

Artistry in Copper: A Tactile Experience

Forged from high-quality copper, this prayer wheel possesses a satisfying weight and a cool, smooth finish. The metallic sheen catches the light, highlighting the detailed carvings of the Sanskrit script. The cylindrical body, designed for comfortable handling, is capped with a sharp, pointed finial, reminiscent of a stupa's spire, symbolizing enlightenment. The handle is designed for a firm grip, and the subtle ring of bone-like material separates the main cylinder from the handle, adding a touch of organic beauty to the metalwork. The overall construction speaks of durability and enduring beauty, intended to be a cherished companion on one's spiritual journey.

A Beacon of Peace for Your Space

This compact prayer wheel is more than just a religious artifact; it is a miniature work of art that can bring a sense of calm and intention to any environment. Place it on your desk, a meditation altar, or a bookshelf, and let its presence serve as a constant reminder to cultivate compassion and inner peace. Its small size makes it an ideal personal devotion tool, easily carried or displayed, bringing the transformative power of prayer into your daily life. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to the world of spiritual tools, this prayer wheel offers a pathway to a more mindful and harmonious existence.

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.