Buddhist Handmade Statues of [Chintamani Lokeshvara] Or Gandarva, [Antique], [Made In Bronze], [Rare Find]

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Buddhist Handmade Statues of [Chintamani Lokeshvara] Or Gandarva, [Antique], [Made In Bronze], [Rare Find]

Bodhisattva of Compassion, Bearer of the Wish-Fulfilling Jewel, Alleviating Suffering and Granting Wishes Chintamani

US$ 920.00

Direct Artisan Price • Ex-factory Kathmandu

Min Order: 1 pc

Dimensions:	15x10x7 cm (5.9 × 3.9 × 2.8 inches)
Gross Weight:	1 kg (2.2 lbs)
Material:	Bronze
Iconography / Artist:	Chintamani
Craft Origin:	Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique
Cataloged On:	Feb 06, 2023

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Subtotal: US$ 920.00

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Chintamani

The Buddhist deity Chintamani Lokeshvara is a Bodhisattva who fulfils all the physical and spiritual needs of his devotees. He is also considered to be a form of Avalokiteshvara. This form of deity is popular in Kathmandu, Nepal. The Mahayana sect of Buddhism or the Great Path which evolved around the birth of Christ profoundly influenced Buddhist art as it encouraged personal faith and popularized the fundamental concept of a Bodhisattva. The term Bodhisattva generally describes a being who has all the qualifications of attaining Buddhahood but does not enter into the state so that he can help the less fortunate. This concept theoretically opened the way for the creation of numerous Bodhisattvas. As Buddhism travelled out of India, the sculptural manifestation.

Cultural Significance:- Bejewelled hanging plaques like these are supposed to be quite common in household shrines in Nepal. The variations of such plaques have Hindu gods and goddesses such as Vishnu and Lakshmi.

Artistic Significance:- The artefact is a rectangular wooden plaque which is intricately carved and studded with gems of all shapes and sizes. Emphasizing the deity’s wealth and abundance, he stands in the tribhanga or thrice-bent posture with the left leg behind the right. His right hand is held near the navel in the sharanagamana gesture which symbolises giving refuge. In his left hand, he holds a branch of a tree which bears fruits. This tree appears to be the Kalpvriksha or the wish-fulfilling tree that yields a myriad of fruits and flowers. The leaves of the tree are carefully crafted in a variety of designs. Chintamani is flanked by his attendants on the sides.

Spiritual Significance:- In Nepal, Chintamani Lokeshwar appears among the one hundred and eight manifestations of Avalokiteshvara. As a wish-fulfilling deity, he embodies the ultimate altruistic compassion that fulfils all human desires, both spiritual and mundane.

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.