“Ananta”- the eternal one, Vishnu is the all-powerful guardian of the Universe, who forever remains Sthir- immovable, as a cosmic source of balance and harmony and eternally fulfills his duties of sustaining and preservation. To evoke the presence of Vishnu as a formidable and omnipresent guardian, Panchaloha bronzes envision him in his Chatrubhuja or four-armed Roopa, standing in the poised Sampadasthanaka posture, erect as a pillar that carries the weight of Earth.
This majestic bronze statue of Vishnu presents him with a serene aura, on a lotus which symbolizes the origin of the Universe. With his weight perfectly divided on both feet, Vishnu appears animated yet firm in his spot, as the heavenly protector one can rely upon.
A towering Kiritamukuta adds to the grandeur of his presence, with gemmed necklaces, Yajnopavita, waist belt, floral armlets, and Makara-shaped or Makarakrita kundala, marked by the mythical creature Makara, which in Hinduism is a symbol of divinity, royalty and beauty.
Kirtimukha- the face of glory on the stunning aureole around Vishnu is also present on his waistbelt, amplifying the exquisiteness of the statue.
A triangle, called Srivatsa, a symbol of goddess Lakshmi adorns the chest of Narayana, marking his body as the abode of Sri (Lakshmi), who is universal auspiciousness incarnate.
The finesse of Swamimalai artists can be experienced in the presence of this statue, which brims with divinity. The countenance of Vishnu is delineated beautifully, with lotus eyes, a fine nose, and lips that betray a hint of ambrosial smile. Surrounded by the regal aura which is held by two lions, representatives of prowess and royalty, Vishnu infuses this iconic statute with his presence.
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