An aesthetically rendered masterpiece of spiritual art, the brass statue, anodized in lustrous gold and a bright tint of copper, besides shading using darker tints of either, gold for the body colour, and copper for ‘sanghati’, the only wear the figure has been draped with, represents Lord Buddha journeying around for spreading the light: the ultimate knowledge that he had attained.
One of the most widely and popularly represented forms of the Great Master the tall slender figure with great sublimity enshrining the face has been classified in the Buddhist iconographic tradition as ‘Buddha, the universal teacher’.
One of the four most significant stages in his life, other being different aspects as Sakya Muni including emaciated Buddha and Buddha in meditation, Bhumi-sparsha – the earth touching event leading to the attainment of Enlightenment, and Dharma-chakra-pravartana – putting the wheel of Law in motion, leading to the birth of three great jewels : Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha, the Buddha, the universal teacher, represents the aggregate of all prior stages and is hence the essence of his entire being.
First stage is preparatory; second, defines attainment; third, lays the foundation; and, the last, the loftiest of the buildings is raised. For forty years Buddha moved from one place to other, held congregations or group discussions, faced questions and resolved them and led billions to where there was old age but not its fear, illness prevailed but did not frightened any, and death was a phenomenon but not an unwelcome guest.
In the style of clothing : the sanghati with delicately designed borders and decorative ‘pata’, vertical band between the parting of legs, wrapped loosely over the left shoulder and arm and a girdle with a stylistic brooch or buckle tied around the belly, iconographic modeling of the figure with a broadened face, and the style of eyebrows and eyes, besides its rare lustre and votive character, this brass-statue of the universal teacher has reflections of Tibetan Buddhist art. However, the statue inherits its qualities as an art-piece from other great traditions.
This description by Prof. P.C. Jain and Dr Daljeet. Prof. Jain specializes on the aesthetics of ancient Indian literature. Dr Daljeet is the chief curator of the Visual Arts Gallery at the National Museum of India, New Delhi. They have both collaborated on numerous books on Indian art and culture.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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