A stupa, Tibetan chorten, is a central symbol of Buddhist art and represents the enlightened mind of the Buddha and his teaching (Dharma).
The stupa stands on a square base with two steps. Above it rises the rounded dome, anda, enclosed by a band of lapis lazuli. At the front of the dome, a gau is attached, containing a Buddha votive plaque. Above the dome follows a mast, encircled by ring-shaped arrangements of set stones. Shawl elements are arranged at the sides, followed by a parasol. The uppermost finial is formed by moon and sun. The clear sequence of square and circular forms gives the stupa its balanced and calm structure.
The copper base, the shawls, and the crystal dome are decorated with filigree work. Fine wires are shaped into spirals and filled with small arched elements, forming a continuous pattern. Set stones of lapis lazuli, turquoise, and coral add color accents.
In Buddhist art, the stupa is regarded as an architectural expression of the cosmic principle and as a place of contemplation and focus.
made of copper sheet and crystal, decorated with filigree, silver-plated, set with turquoise, lapis lazuli, and coral. The sculpture is patinated. Handcrafted in Nepal.
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.