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[Old], antique Statue of Bal Kumari

Youthful Goddess, Bestowing Blessings and Divine Energy Lhayi Bu Mo Tong Shen Nu Shojin Nyo

US$ 140.00

Direct Artisan Price • Ex-factory Kathmandu

Min Order: 1 pc

Dimensions:	25x18x13 cm (9.8 × 7.1 × 5.1 inches)
Gross Weight:	1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)
Material:	Copper
Iconography / Artist:	Bal Kumari
Craft Origin:	Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique
Cataloged On:	Mar 07, 2017

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Subtotal: US$ 140.00

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Bal Kumari

Local priests say that Balkumari was married but her husbands identity remained a secret so the notion of her being a consort of Bhairab is dismissed by them.

A Newari pagoda style temple located about 800m east of Patan Durbar Square lies the mysterious Balkumari temple. Dedicated to the Kumari Goddess it was built in the 17th century though some say it dates back to the 7th century. 20 years ago the Balkumari temple was surrounded by green fields and hedgerows. Today the city has surrounded the temple. Thankfully the temple still has a lot of breathing space and it's surrounded by some stone pathways next to a main road. It's a bit of a walk to get there but if you have an interest in the Kumari, deity statues or have your own transport it's worth seeking out.

Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting

Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.

24K Mercury Gilding

Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.

Cold-Gold Face Painting

The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.

Hand-Chiseled Detailing

Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.

Door-to-Door Worldwide Express Delivery

Since 1976, we have shipped thousands of delicate sacred statues and handicrafts across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia with an exceptional track record of safe delivery.

Express Carriers: We partner with DHL Express, FedEx International, and licensed Air Cargo freighters with end-to-end tracking.
Museum-Grade Packaging: Each piece is wrapped in moisture-resistant vapor barriers, thick high-density foam cushioning, and reinforced export cartons or custom wooden crates for large statues.
100% Transit Insurance: All international shipments are fully insured against loss or damage during transit.
Customs Clearance & Documentation: Includes official Nepal Archaeological Department export clearances certifying modern non-antique artisan status for hassle-free customs clearance.