Application of Lost Wax Casting in Different Cultures

Lost wax casting has important applications in many cultures around the world. In China, in addition to the artifacts unearthed from the Zenghouyi Tomb mentioned above, Buddhist statues in the Tang Dynasty were also cast in large quantities using the lost wax method. These Buddha statues have smooth lines and exquisite details, reflecting the superb skills of lost wax casting. In Africa, especially in Ife and Benin, Nigeria, lost wax casting is used to make bronze heads and sculptures. These works are known for their realistic character portrayals and intricate decorative patterns, demonstrating the outstanding talents of African craftsmen in lost wax casting. During the Chola dynasty in India, craftsmen used the lost wax method to cast exquisite bronze statues of gods, which are known for their dynamic postures and delicate details and are still regarded as treasures of Indian art. With the development of science and technology, lost wax casting technology has also been improved...