Handmade Copper Panas | Traditional Newari Oil Lamp | Antique Patina Finish
Item Code: HME29099
Weight: 2036 grams
Size: 44 x 12 x 12 cm
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
A Glimpse of Nepal’s Ritual Heritage – The Panas Oil Lamp
Illuminate your space with sacred elegance through this handcrafted Panas, a traditional Newari oil lamp known for its cultural and ceremonial significance in Nepalese rituals. This tall and graceful copper lamp is used in festivals, rituals, and temple offerings, serving both as a source of light and a symbol of spiritual awakening.
Made with deep reverence for ancient Newar craftsmanship, this 44 cm tall Panas showcases the precision, symbolism, and soul of generational metal artistry rooted in the Kathmandu Valley.
Antique Patina Finish
Though newly crafted, this Panas features a rich antique patina—a surface treatment that mimics the timeless character of historic ritual objects. The textured tones and weathered elegance tell a visual story of age and devotion. Each piece is expertly aged using traditional techniques to give it a warm, heirloom-like appearance.
Crafted with the Lost-Wax Method
This oil lamp is made using the lost-wax casting technique, ensuring intricate detailing and structural durability. The process includes:
Sculpting a wax model
Building a ceramic shell
Melting the wax and pouring molten copper
Finishing with hand-buffing and antique patina treatment
This meticulous approach results in a museum-quality ritual object.
Why This Panas Lamp is Special
Symbol of Nepalese ritual purity and heritage
Handmade in Nepal using pure copper
Finished in antique patina for a timeless look
Functional for ceremonial oil lighting or as a cultural décor centerpiece
Reflects the Newar tradition of spiritual craftsmanship
Bring home a living tradition. This Panas is more than just a lamp—it’s a vessel of light, culture, and devotion. Perfect for altar spaces, cultural collectors, or ethnic interiors.
