This 3D-printed replica of the Standing Buddha, originally crafted circa 900 CE in Kashmir, India, meticulously recreates the iconic brass sculpture housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art. The original, standing 98.1 cm (38 5/8 in.) tall with a 28.2 cm (11 1/8 in.) base, features a slender, athletic figure stepping slightly off a lotus pedestal in the abhayamudra gesture, symbolizing compassion and fearlessness. This replica captures the intricate silver and copper inlays, detailed robe patterns, and smooth, ritually worn surface, reflecting its historical role in Kashmiri Buddhist worship and its cultural significance during the “Second Diffusion” of Buddhism in Tibet.
Material Options:
– Black Nylon: Treated with a Color Touch finish for enhanced durability, scratch resistance, and consistent color across batches. The surface offers a uniform, high-quality black finish, ideal for display in varied environments.
– White Nylon: Polished for a smooth, tactile surface, providing a cost-effective option with a clean, minimalist aesthetic.
– Bronze: Cast using a 3D-printed wax master model and plaster mold, this material offers a warm, elegant finish that echoes the original’s metallic heritage.
– Brass: Replicating the original sculpture’s primary material, this cast brass option provides a refined, golden-toned appearance with a nod to Kashmiri craftsmanship.
– Gold-Plated Brass: Cast brass with a luxurious gold plating, enhancing the sculpture’s intricate details and symbolic potency.
– White Rhodium-Plated Brass: Cast brass with a sleek, silver-like white rhodium plating, emphasizing the sculpture’s inlaid details.
Each replica is crafted with precision to preserve the original’s proportions, lotus pedestal, and inlaid details, ensuring fidelity to its Kashmiri artistry. For production purposes, objects exceeding the size limitations of the respective material processes are scaled down proportionally from the original dimensions while maintaining all visual and structural details.
