The culmination of the potencies of all the gods, the great Hindu mother goddess Durga is the pinnacle of universal strength, eternal beauty, and boundless affection. Nothing and no one in this creation compares to the luminous persona of the Maha Shakti who holds in her fist the threads of past, present, and future and is the sole cause of the turning of the wheel of time and blooming of life on earth. The abode of innumerable celestial virtues, goddess Durga is “Vishwa-Mohana-Mohini"- she who enchants (Mohini) the enchanters (Mohana) of the universe (Vishwa).
The universal mother goddess in this enlivened brass Durga icon is present in her most popular Simhavahini (rider of Simha or lion) Roopa, with her eight arms adding to her stateliness. A Sun shaped halo behind Devi’s queenly crown and large eyes bring an animated aesthetic quality to this brass idol, which is further enhanced by a symmetrical nose and interiorly smiling lips. Adorning her neck is a gold necklace with leaf-shaped accessories and a long necklace with a heart-shaped pendant. A finely delineated sari wraps the celestial physique of the goddess in this brass Durga icon and is clasped tastefully on her waist by a floral crested Kamarabanda (waistbelt). The delicate wavy folds of the sari can be appreciated near the mother-goddess’s legs, which are placed in the Lalitasana (posture of royal ease).
Maa Durga in this brass murti displays powerful ayudha (weapons) such as Shankha (conch), Khadaga (sword), Chakra (discus), Agni (fire), Dhanush (bow), and Gada in her secondary hands. In her primary left hand, the mother goddess carries her distinctive attribute, the Trishula (trident) which is the most powerful armament of annihilation in the universe, while her right hand is raised in the “Abhaya-mudra” (gesture of fearlessness). With the paradox of safeguarding (for the devotee) and devastation (of the forces of evil) presented simultaneously, this brass icon perfectly captures the powers of Maa Durga. Sculpted to perfection, with its musculature and mane naturalistically defined, the Simha of Simhavahini Durga stands facing the onlooker, its powerful gaze piercing the mind mesmerizingly.
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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