Manjushri, Buddhist Statue, Antique, Chocolate Oxidized
Item Code: HME31262
Weight: 705 grams
Dimensions (cm): 18 × 12 × 7
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
Manjushri: Brief Introduction
Manjushri, derived from the Sanskrit term meaning “gentle glory,” embodies enlightened wisdom. In Sanskrit, “shree” translates to “glorious” or “honorable,” signifying his noble qualities. In Mahayana Buddhism, Manjushri is revered as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, conferring mastery of the Dharma, eloquence, and the deep insight necessary to walk the bodhisattva path.
Antique Finishing
This statue features an antique patina finish, designed to replicate the character and depth of a time-aged artifact. While not an antique itself, the chocolate oxidized patina has been skillfully crafted through specialized aging techniques to capture the aura of history and tradition. The result is a piece that carries the visual gravitas of antiquity while retaining the durability of a modern creation.
Ceramic Molding System
This Manjushri statue has been created using the ceramic mold casting method—a precise modern alternative to traditional lost-wax or rubber mold techniques. The process begins with a finely detailed wax model, which is coated in multiple layers of ceramic material to form a durable mold. Once kiln-fired, the wax melts away, leaving a perfect cavity into which molten metal is poured. After cooling, the ceramic mold is carefully broken away, revealing the finished statue. This method ensures excellent detail replication and consistent quality in the final piece.
