A stupa, Tibetan chorten, is a central symbol of Buddhist art and stands for the enlightened mind of the Buddha and his teaching (Dharma).
The stupa stands on a square base, stepped with a slight overhang. The uppermost terrace is accented with four dzi beads as well as lapis lazuli stones at the four corners. This is followed by a band of set turquoise stones. Above the base rises a multi-tiered, rounded crystal element, decorated with arched motifs and accented with colored stones. The sequence of circular and angular forms defines the clear structure of the stupa.
The lowest tier is adorned with turquoise and coral in abstracted vajra motifs. The recessed surfaces carry filigree work with floral motifs. Fine wires are laid into spiral forms, filled with small arched elements, and joined into a continuous pattern. Colored stones enliven the filigree structures.
The stupa is regarded as an architectural expression of the cosmic principle and as a place of contemplation and focus.
Copper base, decorated with fine filigree, silver- and gold-plated, set with turquoise, coral and lapis lazuli. Chaitya made of crystal. The sculpture is patinated.
Yala Craft by Shanta is an Asian company based in Germany. I sell my traditional Buddhist sculpture art, created in my own workshop in Nepal.