A quiet object for your desk
This desktop prayer wheel fits comfortably even in a small spot: its size is 12.5 x 6 x 8 cm, so it works well on a shelf, a writing desk or a home altar. It can also be hung on a wall if you prefer. If you appreciate finely worked, handmade objects around you, this piece carries the world of Tibetan Buddhist tradition with quiet presence, never imposing.
The meaning of the endless knot
On the side of the wheel you can see a turquoise-green endless knot, one of the best-known motifs of Tibetan Buddhist symbolism. According to tradition, the endless knot stands for the interdependence of all phenomena, the continuous connections without beginning or end. For many people this makes it a calming object: every strand weaves into another, nothing stands alone.
OM MANI PADME HUM around the wheel
Around the wheel runs the OM MANI PADME HUM mantra, the best-known Tibetan Buddhist mantra of compassion. Tradition holds that turning the wheel by hand releases the energy of this mantra into the surroundings. You are welcome to place it on a shelf without practising turning: its presence alone creates a quiet corner.
Brass stand, copper wheel
The stand is made of brass, which holds the piece stably and gives it a warm tone, and the rotating wheel is of copper. With a gross weight of 294 grams it stands stably, yet it is easy to move. Each piece is made by hand in Nepal, so the surface pattern and the turquoise-green shade can show small differences from one piece to another.
Care and patina
Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth from time to time. Copper and brass naturally develop a darker patina over time, which for many is one of the main charms of handcrafted objects. If you wish to keep the original shine, you may polish them gently with a mild metal cleaner, although this is not required. Keep the piece away from strong chemicals and prolonged moisture.