Ganesha is one of the most worshipped deities in the world. He is widely revered as the remover of obstacles (Avighna), Lord of all Ganas (Ganapati), and Bestower of Success (Siddhivinayak). He is always honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Lord Ganesha is worshipped in many forms. In most illustrations, the figure of Lord Ganesha contains four arms and an elephant’s head. As many as 32 forms of Lord Ganesha have been documented as per Hindu Puranas.
Kshipra Prasada Ganapati is an immediate provider of benefits: prosperity, success, and peace. Meditating on him clears out obstacles in life and helps progress towards self-realization. Sankatahara Ganesha is the banisher of sorrows. He sits on a lotus flower. Sankatahara Ganesha holds a noose, a goad, and a bowl of payasam in his hands. His main right-hand postures a Varada mudra. Three-faced Trimukhi Ganpati represents the three primary Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas. Sattva is goodness, rajas are a passion while tamas symbolize materialism. HIs right hand is in Abhaya Mudra, left in the Varada Mudra. On the other hand, he carries a holy pot with sacred water, beads, etc. Five-faced Heramba Ganapati is "Protector of the weak" and rides a lion. He extends the gestures of protection and blessing while holding a noose, Japa beads, ax, hammer, tusk, garland, fruit, and modaka. This finely detailed temple wood panel beautifully depicts four of the many forms of Ganesha. It is a unique and stand-out piece of art in our extensive collection of wood panels. It has two rows that evoke the semblance of the traditional temple design. The upper row contains four Ganesha figures separated by temple-like pillars. The lower row contains Heramba Ganapati in the middle and Trimukha Ganpati on either side. Each Ganesha figure is surrounded by worshipping Ganas.
How to care for Wood Statues?
Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.
It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.
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