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Buddhist statue of Tiger

US$ 62.00

Direct Artisan Price • Ex-factory Kathmandu

Min Order: 1 pc

Dimensions:	4x7.5x3.5 cm (1.6 × 3 × 1.4 inches)
Gross Weight:	0.19 kg (0.42 lbs)
Material:	Brass
Iconography / Artist:	Tiger
Craft Origin:	Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique
Cataloged On:	Jan 26, 2023

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Subtotal: US$ 62.00

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Tiger

In both Buddhist and Hindu mythology, the tiger is a powerful symbol of strength, courage, and protection. In Hindu mythology, the goddess Durga is often depicted riding a tiger or lion, symbolizing her power and fearlessness as she battles demons and protects her devotees. The tiger is also associated with the god Shiva, who is sometimes depicted wearing tiger skin as a symbol of his strength and ferocity.

In Buddhist mythology, the tiger is associated with the bodhisattva Manjushri, who is said to ride a white tiger as a symbol of his fearlessness and ability to cut through delusion and ignorance. The tiger is also associated with the deity Mahakala, who is sometimes depicted with a tiger skin as a symbol of his power to destroy obstacles and protect practitioners on the path to enlightenment.

Overall, the tiger is a symbol of power, strength, and protection in both Buddhist and Hindu mythology, and is often used to represent the qualities of the gods and deities who embody these traits.

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.