A magnificent seated sculpture of the Bodhisattva Shadakshari Lokeshvara. The Sanskrt name translates to the lord and master (‘ishvara’) of the realm of existence (‘loka’), possessed of (‘ari’) a hundred (‘shada’) organs of vision (‘akshari’).
And the Bodhisattva’s infinitude of vision and compassion endear Him to ihalokiya devotees, because He sees through their sorrows and nourishes them with what they most need.
A deep, coppery finish overlain with strategic proportions of gold. Sculpted from pure brass, this murti depicts the Bodhisattva Shadakshari Lokeshvara in padmasana, the hems of His dhoti spread about His gathered legs. The same is tied below the navel, situated in a narrow waist leading superbly up to broad shoulders and a neck as gracious as a conch. Hints of an angavastram across those shoulders, four substantial arms (He is chaturbhujadhari, the one possessed of four arms) emerging from that divine section of His anatomy.
In His anterior hands, afore His wide-set chest, Shadkshari Lokeshvara holds the mystical wish-fulfilling gold gem. More of that lustrous gold colour is to be found on the karnakundalas that graze His clavicles, the characteristic five spires of the crown on His head, and the sprig of myrobalan in His left posterior hand. At the centre of it all is the profoundly contemplative, boundlessly compassionate countenance of the Bodhisattva.
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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