Siddhartha Gautama, popularly known as Gautam Buddha or Buddha itself, was an ascetic, religious leader, and a teacher of 6th century BC India. He is the founder of the worldwide followed religion Buddhism. He was born in a wealthy household (now in present-day Nepal) but, moved by the sufferings of the world, he abandoned materialistic and worldly life and executed great renunciation. He attained Nirvana, a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering nor desire and the subject is released from Karma or the cycle of life.
In this sculpture, Buddha is seen reclining. It is a crucial iconographic theme in Buddhist art. This pose represents Buddha’s condition of resting during his last illness, before setting foot into Parinirvana (which translates into nirvana (great salvation) after death) after enlightenment. He is seen resting on his right side on his right elbow and cushion. The Polished Black rope contrasting with the Brass Golden countenance and green carvings gives a very pleasant and gratifying look. The first representation of the resting Buddha can be found in Wat Pho temple in Bangkok. The resting stature should always be placed facing the East or the North–East direction to stimulate the corner’s energy. Keep the statue clean and dirt-free, and avoid keeping it in places such as the Bathroom, Laundry room, etc.
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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