This brass statue, typical of South Indian metal-cast – iconography and body posture with knees contained by an ornate band consisting of a lotus motif design, represents Ayyappan, also known as Sastavan or Sasta, and sometimes as Manikandana or Manikantha for always wearing a Mani – jewel, around his neck.
Ayyappan was a Hindu saint elevated to the status of a deity highly worshipped in the country’s southern part. Characteristic to his image conceived as one engaged in Yoga his statue has been cast representing him as seated in a posture characteristic to penancing Yogis - knees turned upwards and knotted by a band that Yogis use for holding their legs in position, besides the gesture of his hands, one indicating ‘abhaya’ – freedom from fear, and other, ‘varada’ – liberation.
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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