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Lost-wax metal casting

The lost-wax technique of hollow metal casting, perfected by Newar artists of Kathmandu Valley, has remained a thriving practice from ancient times to the present day. Learn about the elaborate process from the artisans at Foundry Foundation Nepal.

Theme: Art Making
https://projecthimalayanart.rubinmuseum.org/themes/art-making/

Essay: Goddess of Prosperity Vasudhara
https://projecthimalayanart.rubinmuseum.org/essays/goddess-of-prosperity-vasudhara/

Exhibition: Process of Lost Wax Metal Casting
https://projecthimalayanart.rubinmuseum.org/exhibition/materials-and-technologies/casting-and-shaping-metal/process-of-lost-wax-metal-casting/

Exhibition: The Stages of Nepalese Lost Wax Metal Casting
https://projecthimalayanart.rubinmuseum.org/exhibition/materials-and-technologies/casting-and-shaping-metal/process-of-lost-wax-metal-casting/the-stages-of-nepalese-lost-wax-metal-casting/.
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