Santoshi Mata is venerated as the mother of satisfaction and joy; she is opined as the benevolent form of Goddess Durga and worshipped popularly in North India in the form of vrats, which prompt harmony and a boon of contentment. She sits here in a lotus posture on a thick pedestal, carved exquisitely, depicting two women paying obeisance to the goddess and a water kalash kept in between as a worship ritual.
Clad in a vibrant orange saree that falls loose on her torso and a contrasting green blouse, both decorated with golden motifs and border, she holds a gesture of blessing her devotees and carries a golden rice bowl, superbly carved sword and a trident in each of her other three hands; ornamented in gracious necklace set and other jewels, a thick kamarband that holds the loose pleats of her saree, tri-colored long flower garland and a sun haloed crown that glorifies her head.
The soothing expression of her eyes decorated with blue eye shadow, gentle smiling lips and the overall divine essence of her personality are some of the salient features of this pure white marble statue.
How to clean and maintain marble statues?
Marble has been a preferred material for sculptors and artists for more than a thousand years. It is a rock that undergoes metamorphism which causes recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in various colors, designs, and dimensions. Pure white marble is the most preferred type of marble for making sculptures and statues since time immemorial. White marble is especially used for sculpting stone monumental sculptures since ancient times. The natural shine and luster of the carbonate crystals of white marble give a lavish and beautiful appearance to the statue.
Marble stone statues are highly durable and can even withstand harsh weather conditions without getting corroded, therefore, they can be kept indoors or outdoors without getting damaged or weathered. Although these statues can last for many decades, their regular care and cleaning are essential to increase their longevity and beautiful appearance.
Marble statues need periodical cleaning to maintain their flawless look. However, harsh and deep cleaning can result in making the statue look dull. If your marble statue is withering away, it is recommended to take the help of a professional cleaner. Marble is a delicate material and therefore needs proper care.
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