The Lost Wax Technique

The Lost Wax Technique (also known as cire perdue) is a traditional method used in crafting metal statues, particularly in Himalayan art. The process involves creating a detailed wax model of the statue, which is then coated with layers of clay to form a mold. Once the mold hardens, the wax is melted and drained, leaving a cavity. Molten metal is poured into this space, creating the statue. After cooling, the mold is broken to reveal the metal figure, which is then polished and detailed. This intricate method ensures exceptional precision and individuality in every piece.

失蠟法（亦稱為 cire perdue）是一種傳統工藝，常用於製作金屬雕像，特別是在喜馬拉雅藝術中。此過程首先製作雕像的精細蠟模型，然後在其表面塗覆多層黏土形成模具。當模具變硬後，蠟被加熱熔化並排出，留下空腔。接著將熔融的金屬倒入其中，形成雕像。待金屬冷卻後，敲碎模具以顯現金屬雕像，隨後進行打磨與細節雕刻。這種精湛工藝確保每一件作品都具有極高的精確度與獨特性。