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Kurukulla, Buddhist Miniature Statue, Thangka Color Finishing, Face Painted

Name: Kurukulla Miniature Statue Face Painted Thangka Color Finishing
Brand: Handicraft Seller
SKU: HCS35439
Price: 240.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Kurukulla

Wu Niu Tian Nu

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Available SKU: HMS35439

Size: Height: 14cm (6") | Width: 11cm (4") | Depth: 5cm (2")
Weight: 450 gm / 0.99 lbs
Material: Copper

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Kurukulla :

Kurukulla, also known as Rigiyedma or Red Tara, is a revered yogini deity in Tibetan Buddhism, embodying enchantment, magnetism, and love. With her captivating form and vibrant red color, she represents the transformative power of attraction. Kurukulla's multiple arms hold symbolic objects, including a bow and arrow, a noose, a flower, and a hook, symbolizing her ability to strike desires, bind aspirations, spread love, and captivate aspirations. Although specific temples dedicated to Kurukulla may be scarce in Nepal, her presence can be found in Tibetan Buddhist monasteries worldwide. Devotees practice Kurukulla to manifest their desires, transform challenges, and radiate love and positivity in their lives.

Gold Painted Face
The face of Kurukulla is painted with gold to enhance its significant features, particularly the eyes, and lips. This detailed painting is essential as it brings forth the crucial attributes of the expression of eyes and lips that metal carving alone cannot capture.
Moreover, the painted face serves as a symbolic and sacred ritual in Buddhism, preparing the statue for consecration and practice. The act of painting the face with gold in Buddhism holds deep meaning. It represents the intention to bring life and expression to the statue, imbuing it with a sense of vitality and presence. The application of gold on the face showcases the devotion and craftsmanship of the artisans, ensuring that every detail is carefully attended to honor the sacred essence of the Kurukulla. Read More . . .

About Color Finishing
The Kurukulla is adorned with traditional colors, creating a captivating aesthetic through a combination of gold and various hues. This painting technique follows a time-honored process that aims to faithfully represent the Kurukulla in accordance with traditional color descriptions. In the context of Buddhist statues, this approach holds great significance. Each statue has its own primary color, and it is crucial to depict the statue in its authentic shade. Read More . . .

Ceramic Molding System
The Kurukulla has been crafted using the Ceramic mold casting process, a modern approach that provides an alternative to traditional methods such as the lost-wax system or rubber molding. Also referred to as ceramic molding, this technique involves the creation of a ceramic mold to cast the statue. The process begins by making a precise and detailed wax model of the desired sculpture. The wax model is then coated with layers of ceramic material, creating a sturdy mold. Once the mold is complete, it is fired in a kiln, causing the wax to melt and escape, leaving behind a cavity that perfectly replicates the original sculpture. Molten metal is then poured into the mold, allowing it to fill the cavity and take on the desired form. Once cooled and solidified, the ceramic mold is carefully broken away, revealing the final metal statue. Read More . . .

Iconography:
Kurukulla is typically depicted as a youthful and beautiful goddess, often depicted in a dancing posture. She is adorned with a crown, multiple arms, and holds various symbolic objects such as a bow and arrow, noose, flower, and a hook. Her vivid red color symbolizes her passionate and transformative qualities.

History:
Kurukulla has her roots in ancient Indian traditions, particularly within the Shakta and Tantra traditions. Over time, her worship was incorporated into Tibetan Buddhism, where she became recognized as a powerful deity associated with magnetism, attraction, and love.

Temples and Monasteries:
There might not be specific temples dedicated solely to Kurukulla in Nepal. However, you can find representations or depictions of Kurukulla in various Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and temples worldwide. Monastic institutions such as Swayambhunath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal, may feature images of Kurukulla.

Benefits of Practicing Kurukulla:
Devotees believe that practicing Kurukulla can help enhance one's magnetism, charm, and ability to attract positive influences and circumstances. She is associated with love, passion, and the power to transform difficult situations into favorable ones.

How to Practice:
To practice Kurukulla, one can engage in meditation and visualization practices focused on the deity. Meditating on Kurukulla's image, imagining her qualities manifesting within oneself, and reciting mantras can form a part of the practice. Additionally, practitioners may also engage in rituals and offerings to invoke her blessings.

Mantras of Kurukulla:
A common mantra associated with Kurukulla is: "Om Kurukulle Hrih Svaha." This mantra can be recited during meditation or as part of devotional practices to invoke the energies and blessings of Kurukulla.


Kurukull? at Samye	Kurukulla sculpture from Calcutta Art gallery, 1913

The mantra of Kurukulla

The essential mantra of Kurukull? is O? Kurukulle Hr?? Sv?h? (Tibetan: ??????????????????????????).

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