Handcrafted Brass Kapala Stand | Bhumba Stand for Shrine Offering

Handcrafted Brass Stand for Kapala and Bhumba 

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Size: 20.5cm (Height) x 16cm (width)
Weight: 0.35kg
Material: Copper Body, Brass Body
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About Kapala Stand:

This handcrafted brass Kapala Stand is a valuable ritual tool for Tibetan Buddhist and Tantric activities. It can be used as a Kapala Stand from above, holding the sacred skull cup during gifts to wrathful deities, or as a Bhumba Stand from below, supporting the ceremonial vase used in empowerment and purification ceremonies. This dual-purpose design distinguishes it as a necessary complement to any shrine or altar.

This stand, made of copper and brass, is 20.5cm tall, 16cm wide, and weighs 0.35kg. The upper half is embellished with skull designs, which signify impermanence and transition, while the base has vajra-inspired feet, which represent indestructible wisdom and protection. Each detail is masterfully created, capturing the rich spiritual symbolism of Himalayan art. Whether utilized for ceremony or as a collector's item, this versatile stand brings authenticity, reverence, and beauty to Buddhist shrines and meditation areas.

Introduction To Kapala Stand:

This is a traditional Tibetan-style ritual offering stand, typically used in Buddhist ceremonies to elevate sacred items such as butter lamps, offering bowls, or statues. Crafted from brass with intricate scrollwork engravings, it embodies both functionality and artistry. The stand’s elevated, symmetrical design symbolizes reverence and purity, keeping offerings raised from the ground in alignment with spiritual customs. Its ornate detailing reflects meticulous handcrafting often found in Himalayan ritual objects.

How to set up your own Buddhist Shrine?

-Find a clean, quiet, and uncluttered spot.
-Set up an altar table, and cover it with an altar cloth that calls to you.
-Place your sacred item at the center.