Illuminating an oil lamp at sunrise and /or sunset is believed to be an icon of enlightenment and brings about achievement, affluence, and superior health. In every Hindu dwelling, a lamp or Diya is lit every day before a divinity.
The light in the lamp symbolizes acquaintance. It eradicates darkness( ignorance). The wick in the lamp implies ego and the camphor/ghee/oil represents our intrinsic propensities such as vasnas, ego, negative brain waves.
When lit by the fire of knowledge which illuminates the lamp ( truth), our vasnas thereafter burnt-out or melt. Hindus believe that mayur is not only the mount of Karthikeyan, but also of Sarasvathi, the goddess of wisdom and learning.
This aesthetic brass made peacock lamp has been Cast and molded by extremely fine artisans with hard work and perseverance. It appears that mayur not only dancing delightfully but also singing. A magnificently carved nine - wicks circular plate has been placed on a slightly higher pedestal.
A small well designed spherical post has been joined with the plate, over which the gorgeous peacock is fascinated by showing its adorable dance. Each part of Mayura is molded with a fantastically high degree of workmanship. Be it the eyes, or face, or crown, or cute beak or its wings, or vibrant feathers - all are admirably carved with grand expertise and aptitude.
Words are not accessible to exclaim. The wick- lighting space has been tunneled a little deeper so that after lighting the wicks will keep burning for a long time and the devotee will not have any problem in performing aarti. The myth is that the peacock has angel’s feathers, a devil’s voice and the walk of a thief. Antique Diya most suitable for home and office décor.
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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