The goddess has eight hands. While the two main ones hold aloft the trident, the remaining arms hold in a clockwise direction the following:- a conch, arrow, discus, a stalk of blooming lotus with buds, bow and finally a serpent, raising its hood just below her right leg. The striations marking the dress of the goddess are similar to those in her crown, halo and also of the petals forming the lotus at the base of the sculpture, thus giving the composition a balance and underlying unity. This is further enhanced by the deftly marked groovings on the lion's body.
The goddess has a pointed nose decorated with a nose ring. Numerous other ornaments celebrate her femininity. The blouse and her sari both have similar border designs. Her tresses spread across both sides of her crown. The anklets adorning her delicate feet have small bells attached to them which jingle with her movement, providing a contrasting rhythm to the otherwise gory piece of action. The demon however is in no mood of appreciating these aesthetic niceties. He is far too busy trying to retrieve his life-breath about to escape from his body. There is little hope of him suceeding; what with his lolling tongue, unfocused gaze and loosening grip on the sword, all poinitng to his imminent end.
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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