The Shaiva Tantras and the Agamas contain whole sections devoted to Ganapati where he figures as an independent god. He is talked of having numerous forms which are not found in the Mahapuranas and therefore, appear to have evolved within the framework of Shaivism mainly in the Tamil region.
Ganesha here appears in his form as Balaganapati. As such, he fulfils the role of son of Shiva and Parvati. The baby Ganapati suddenly stops in his movement of crawling, turns back and looks at something in amazement. The movement, as it ceases, is frozen in this metal sculpture. His elephantine head has large ears like the winnow baskets. His trunk is short and stout and the two tusks are as yet intact. He wears a short loin cloth, bracelets and anklets. The limbs capture the chubbiness of an infant's body. Even when Ganesha is represented in mature forms, his body remains child like, never growing into the full youthful stage.
As an infant, Ganapati was most attached to his mother Parvati and lot is said about the mother- son relationship. Parvati doted on her son as she was his sole creator. In this brass sculpture which looks most attractive with a red patina, Bala Ganapati's posture is reminiscent of Bala-Gopala (Baby-Krishna).
This description by Kiranjyot.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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