Name: 35" Large Size Radha and Krishna on Swing in Brass | Handmade | Made In India
Brand: Exotic India
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In this transformation – from a swing to a seat, the artist has better managed the aesthetics of the image for instead of placing the swing on a disproportionately extended branch away from the main tree and thus creating two focal points – the swing with Radha and Krishna seated on it, and the tree, the artist preferred composing the two units together and obtain complete unity and absolute balance. Thus, arrived at a central line in the form of the tree-trunk the artist had scope also for such aesthetic aspects as the magical symmetry and to so manage the form of the tree that it practically transforms into a multi-tiered canopy. As for the magic of symmetry, it begins working with the two branches immediately above the divine couple, stretching like the wings of a kite when unfolded. The entire tree has been cast following the same broad principle of symmetry.

The swing consisting of two pairs of ornamental chains and a rectangular plank, rings soldered on all four corners and held in these chains, is hung on two branches – one on the right, and the other, on the left of the tree, obviously Kadamba, the tree deeply associated with the life of Krishna. In different art mediums, painting in special, Krishna along Radha has been often represented as enjoying swinging. However, different from such representations in which the swing is hung on one of the branches on either side of the tree-trunk affording it obstruction-free space to swing to and fro in this representation the swing is hung with tree-trunk in the centre of its back affording the two figures backrest like support. Instead of moving to and fro this swing is fixed along the tree-trunk like a seat, the massive trunk serving as backrest. The base of the tree-trunk has been so much expanded that from under the swing it has reached the feet of the divine couple as for paying homage or affording footrest.

The tree, swing and the entire structure along with the divine couple is installed on a rectangular pedestal with rounded corners. It consists of two parts, the base moulding consisting of arabesque design, and the top, of lotus motifs. There sits towards its right a bird, more likely, a peacock. In a significant departure from the established convention, Radha is seated on Krishna’s right, not left. Maybe, the artist had in mind that Radha was not Krishna’s ‘vama’ – consort, one who occupies a position on ‘vam’ – left; Radha was his right, perhaps to the artist, his direction as also sense, and always preceded him, in all hymns and every invocation. Maybe, for a more secured hold the artist shifted her to right as she could be more secured in his right arm. His flute, usually held in his right hand is carried by Radha in her left hand; she is holding the chains of swing in her right hand. Both Radha and Krishna are putting on towering magnificent crowns styled like those in South Indian iconography of Vaishnava images. They are richly and elaborately bejeweled and costumed, both in ‘antariya’ and sashes, the sash-ends artistically unfurling beyond the swing.

This description by Prof. P.C. Jain and Dr Daljeet. Prof. Jain specializes on the aesthetics of ancient Indian literature. Dr Daljeet is the chief curator of the Visual Arts Gallery at the National Museum of India, New Delhi. They have both collaborated on numerous books on Indian art and culture.

The Divine Beauty: Exploring the Meaning and Symbolism Behind Krishna Statues

Lord Krishna is known by various other names such as Govinda, Gopala, Giridhari, Madanmohan, Radharaman, Maakhanchor, etc. The Vedic scriptures mention Him as the Supreme Lord, the cause of all causes, and the controller of living entities. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna Himself says that there is no Truth superior to Him and that in all the Vedas, He is to be known. Different people see Him differently. Some people see Him as their son, some as their friend, some as their master, and some as their beloved. He is the source of all pleasure and bliss. There are so many pastimes described in the Vedic literature where it is seen that whoever approached and served Lord Krishna with full faith and devotion, was never bewildered even in the greatest calamities, and was always protected by Him. Lord Krishna is therefore the ocean of mercy.

Lord Krishna expands Himself into different forms to fulfill a particular purpose in the material world. For example, to save His five-year-old devotee Prahlad from the ghastly attacks of his demoniac father Hiranyakashipu, the Lord assumed a special form of half-lion and half-man, Narasimha, and appeared from a stone pillar and killed the demon with His sharp nails. This shows an interesting quality of Lord Krishna. He is very possessive about His devotees. He never tolerates blasphemy against them. Those who try to harm them in any way, the Lord punishes them the hardest way.

Is Krishna statue good at home?

If you want to please Lord Krishna with your service and devotion, keeping the deity of the Lord will be good for you. Wherever there is Krishna, there is opulence, victory, extraordinary power, and morality. Worshiping the deity is one of the easiest ways to build a strong relationship with the Lord. There is no difference between the deity of Krishna and Krishna Himself. The Lord said in the Bhagavad Gita that we can worship Him by offering Him a leaf, a flower, water, or a fruit. If the Lord is pleased, you will feel great satisfaction within your heart and you will experience transcendental bliss. Therefore, keeping the deity of Lord Krishna at home and following the necessary rules and regulations in the deity worship process is highly auspicious.

Which Krishna statue can be kept at home?

There is nothing more sublime than serving the lotus feet of Lord Krishna for it is the very aim of human life. Therefore, you can worship any form of Lord Krishna as your heart desires. You can either keep the deity of the original two-handed form of Krishna playing His flute or the childhood form of Krishna eating butter. You may also keep the deity of Krishna along with Srimati Radharani, His internal potency. If you want to attract the causeless mercy of the Lord and engage in His offenseless service, worshiping the deity of Lord Jagannath, the most merciful form of Lord Krishna would be the best for you. Lord Jagannath does not take offenses of the devotees and only looks at their good qualities and intentions.

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.

The best and simplest way to maintain a brass statue is to clean it at least twice a week using a soft cloth or cotton rag. This will prevent dust from accumulating on the surface. Dusting is especially important for outdoor statues since it is prone to dust accumulation much more than indoors.

To give a natural shine and luster to the statue, you may apply coconut or olive oil using cotton on every portion. You can use a toothbrush to get to the small crevices but do not be too harsh. This will make the brass statue appear fresh and new with a polished look.

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.