In the temples of South India, following the guidance of ancient treatise on architecture, sculptors have carved the images of divine couples, known as “Mithuna Devata”, depicting the gods-goddess pair in a loving mood, exuding auspiciousness, fecundity, prosperity, and beauty. The mango bunch that forms the aureole of the icons is an ancient motif for fertility, youthfulness, and the sprouting of life.
This wooden statue presents Vishnu-Lakshmi, standing gracefully, with Vishnu raising his hand in Abhaya or a gesture of fearlessness, emanating a fatherly presence and Lakshmi holding a lotus, striking a poised pose, as a symbol of divine femininity. Together, the two are the cause and nourishment for the Srishti (creation) of Brahma.
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