Ganesha sculptures are the most commonly available artefacts across the globe, but what differentiates all is the style of their carvings and the quality of material used.
The one shown here is an out of the ordinary style of Ganesha depicted in a thin and balanced belly that coordinates well with his entire slender figure and the rarest Ganesha seating posture of padmasana.
One may think of it being an unsatisfactory art, but one should know that modern sculptural art focuses on bringing a beauteous change to the conventional style of carvings, maintaining apt imagery of their divine iconicity and aesthetics.
This endearing deity holds a prime position in every household for keeping a constant check on a stress-free and smooth path of life, thus enlightening the devotees with their required goals. Ganesha sits here on a square chowki decorated with a chain of dots on the circumference and a lotus carved circular platform over it.
Each of the four legs of the chowki is designed like that of tiger paws, symbolic of a deep connection of Lord Shiva (Ganesha’s father) with a tiger. The stylized prabhavali formed as the backdrop, forms a designer aureole curve at the top, identifying Ganesha’s divine aura. The layers that fall from either side of the Kirtimukha face highlight the sculptor’s bent towards creativity and perfection.
In Hinduism, Ganesha with two arms is a taboo, he is commonly found with four arms, like the way shown here; rear ones holding his usual implements- ankusha and pasha respectively, anterior right blesses devotees of strength and the left holds his favourite laddoo.
Zoom in to the facial features to appreciate the précised pattern of the lotus carved trunk that smells the sweet fragrance of laddoo, thickly bordered winnow-like ears, prominent trident mark on his forehead and the eyes vigilant to the evil doings in the society. The flower haloed crown that glorifies his head and the richness of his jewels symbolizes Ganesha’s divinity and luxury.
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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