Mahadevi, the mother goddess from whom all life forms have emerged, is adorned by her creations in this interesting handmade mask. Devoid of any heavy embellishments, this brass image encapsulates the idea that Srishti, or the world we see around us has its root in the divine being of Maa Shakti, who in all her incarnations remains the divine creator, the Adi Shakti, the prime mover behind the origin of Trilok, the three realms.
The great goddess wears a mukut (crown) elaborated with a fish and a peacock on either side and a dancing peacock at the top. The two fishes or Matsya represent the heavenly rivers- Ganga and Yamuna. Both the rivers stand for purity, abundance, and the emergence of life in the Hindu belief system. Peacock or Mayura is a symbol of fecundity, also seen as a sacred symbol for goddess Lakshmi. At the point where both these motifs merge are half-blossomed lotuses, indicating a nascent stage of life. Combined, the elements seen in this brass image are an artistic demonstration of the foundation of the world-order, and Devi as the core of all the life-generating activities.
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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