The one hundred and eight names of Devi Sarasvati which form the Ashttotara Shatnama of the goddess poetically describe the transcendent imagery of the goddess of wisdom and inventiveness. Sarasvati is called Mahamaya- the greatest of all illusions. This Swamimalai bronze is an artist’s ode on the divine brilliance that is goddess Sarasvati.
Lotus, the symbol of purity is an integral part of the physical appearance of Sarasvati. She is padmasana- one who sits on a lotus flower, Padmakshi- one who has lotus-shaped eyes, and Padmavaktraga- whose face is as beautiful as a lotus flower. The great goddess who rules the sphere of unadulterated wisdom is beyond worldly chaos. Like a lotus that blossoms in muddy water, but remains untainted, Sarasvati while being involved in the human world, is above its triviality. Devi Sarasvati is Chaturbhuja, four-armed, and Pustakdhrit, one who holds a book. The book and rosary in her hands represent Gyan (knowledge) and austerities. In her main hands, the goddess holds a veena, known as the Sarasvati veena after her. Vidyarupa, the personification of knowledge, goddess Sarasvati accompanied by her attributes grants boons of prodigious wisdom. The great deity of knowledge is equally appealing in physical appearance. This handmade Panchloha bronze has fruitfully captured the enchanting beauty of Kamrupa- the embodiment of desires. She has a slender waist, thin limbs, and rounded breasts. A verse from Rig Veda evokes Sarasvati by asking her to provide nourishment through her “inexhaustible breast”. The great goddess is filled with maternal instincts as a young maiden and revered to receive her affectionate varada-hasta. The magnificence of goddess Sarasvati in this bronze statue is heightened by high-rising mukut and gemmed ornaments. Sarasvati sits in Lalitasana, the royal posture, with her right leg placed on the ground, asylum for those seeking refuge from the illusionary world. A fiery Prabhavali with Kirtimukha on its top, surrounds the Devi, defining her presence, the aura that wraps her heavenly form. On each side of the Prabhavali sit a swan, the vahana of Saraswati and a symbol of purity. The countenance of goddess Sarasvati emits a Shaant-bhava- the emotion of tranquillity achieved by her authority over the Ultimate Truth. In this glorious bronze idol, the goddess Sarasvati is Triguna- the epitome of a balance of three qualities- Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas, desired by sages and kings alike.
Eternal Brilliance Unveiled: The Mystique of Panchaloha Bronze and Artful Maintenance Rituals
Bronze is a metal alloy that has the primary composition of Copper and Tin. There is also an addition of other metals such as Manganese, Aluminium, Nickel, and some non-metals such as Phosphorus. This composition of several metals and non-metals makes Bronze an extremely durable and strong metal alloy. It is for this reason that Bronze is extensively used for casting sculptures and statues. Since Bronze has a low melting point, it usually tends to fill in the finest details of a mould and when it cools down, it shrinks a little that makes it easier to separate from the mould.
" If you happen to have a bronze statue, simply use a cotton cloth with some coconut oil or any other natural oil to clean the statue. "
A village named Swamimalai in South India is especially known for exceptionally well-crafted Bronze icons of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The skilled artisans of this place use Panchaloha Bronze for casting the icons. Panchaloha Bronze is made of five metals; Copper, Zinc, Lead, and small quantities of Gold and Silver. Zinc gives a golden hue to the finished figure and Lead makes the alloy softer for the easy application of a chisel and hammer. The common technique for producing these statues and sculptures is the “Lost-wax” method. Because of the high durability of bronze sculptures and statues, less maintenance is required, and can still last up to many decades.
Exotic India takes great pride in its collection of hand-picked Panchaloha Statues. You will find the murtis of Gods (Krishna, Hanuman, Narasimha, Ganesha, Nataraja, and Kartikeya) and Goddesses (Saraswati, Lakshmi, Durga, and Parvati), and Buddha statues. You can also buy Ritual paraphernalia (Wicks lamp, Puja Kalash, Cymbals, and Puja Flag) on the website. All these statues and items have been made with a lot of care and attention, giving them a flawless finish. Their fine carving detail represents the rich tradition of India.
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