Shiva, the supreme god, is seen as the creator, preserver, and destroyer of the universe in Hindu philosophy. He is both the source and manifestation of the creation.
Shiva in his nature is an extremely calm and very innocent deity, thus even called Bholenath by his devotees. However, when he gets angry, his energy and intensity know no bounds.
In anger, Shiva dances, and that dance brings death and destruction to the universe. Known as Tandava Nritya, this dance of Shiva is so intense that evil can't withstand the energy he emanates.
Shiva dances with his complete self, holding nothing back, so much that he doesn't even exist anymore, only the dance remains.
This beautiful bronze statue illustrates Shiva amidst the most exuberant play of energy. The brilliant craftsmen of Swamimalai have created an exemplary work of art that portrays Shiva in the middle of most turbulent chaos, yet silent and still. A beautiful silence is felt in the centre of the most destructive and chaotic dance of the universe.
Standing on an upturned lotus pedestal, holding his dancing posture, Shiva is looking completely immersed in his rhythmic dance. While his upper right-hand holds a Damru (Shiva's musical instrument), his left hand is holding a flame of fire, symbolising him as the dispeller of darkness. His lower two hands in conjunction with his feet complete his posture, giving him an enchanting aura.
The lord is clad in a beautiful but minimal attire along with exquisite pieces of jewellery and a delicately crafted crown. The calm and serene face adds to the grandeur of the lord. This captivating statue is surely going to attract the eyes of many. Lord Shiva in his Tandava form is a sight to behold, that has been brought to life in this beautiful work of art.
Eternal Brilliance Unveiled: The Mystique of Panchaloha Bronze and Artful Maintenance Rituals
Bronze is a metal alloy that has the primary composition of Copper and Tin. There is also an addition of other metals such as Manganese, Aluminium, Nickel, and some non-metals such as Phosphorus. This composition of several metals and non-metals makes Bronze an extremely durable and strong metal alloy. It is for this reason that Bronze is extensively used for casting sculptures and statues. Since Bronze has a low melting point, it usually tends to fill in the finest details of a mould and when it cools down, it shrinks a little that makes it easier to separate from the mould.
" If you happen to have a bronze statue, simply use a cotton cloth with some coconut oil or any other natural oil to clean the statue. "
A village named Swamimalai in South India is especially known for exceptionally well-crafted Bronze icons of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The skilled artisans of this place use Panchaloha Bronze for casting the icons. Panchaloha Bronze is made of five metals; Copper, Zinc, Lead, and small quantities of Gold and Silver. Zinc gives a golden hue to the finished figure and Lead makes the alloy softer for the easy application of a chisel and hammer. The common technique for producing these statues and sculptures is the “Lost-wax” method. Because of the high durability of bronze sculptures and statues, less maintenance is required, and can still last up to many decades.
Exotic India takes great pride in its collection of hand-picked Panchaloha Statues. You will find the murtis of Gods (Krishna, Hanuman, Narasimha, Ganesha, Nataraja, and Kartikeya) and Goddesses (Saraswati, Lakshmi, Durga, and Parvati), and Buddha statues. You can also buy Ritual paraphernalia (Wicks lamp, Puja Kalash, Cymbals, and Puja Flag) on the website. All these statues and items have been made with a lot of care and attention, giving them a flawless finish. Their fine carving detail represents the rich tradition of India.
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