Very nice red copper wallhanger in Tibetan buddhist style, with the depiction of one of the best known symbols of Vajrayana Buddhism; the Kalachakra symbol.
The symbol consist of 7 vertical syllables, intertwined with horizontal consonant syllables. And on top of that 3 more symbols; a crescent, a disc and a curved shape (thus making a total of 10 symbols; the Kalachakra symbol is therefore also known as the'Tenfold Powerful One').
The word 'kalachakra' can be roughly translated as 'wheel of time' or 'cycles of time'. The tantric teachings of Kalachakra are 2500 year old and revolve around the awareness of all different levels of cycles in our lives; internal, external and alternate.
The 7 vertical syllables (HAM KSHA MA LA VA RA YA) in this symbol together form the Kalachakra mantra. The mantra is recited to purify mind and body and become more and more aware of all these different cycles. From this awareness the way of transition from unconsciousness to enlightenment can be opened.
This red copper wallhanger is from vintage origin, but overall in very good condition. The red copper has deepened to a deep, warm shade over time. Approximately 20 centimeters in diameter and with a weight of 404 grams.
