Standing on a two-tiered glistening platform in this bronze is Uma Shivakamasundari- she who instills passion (kama) in Shiva’s heart. Accompanying the aesthetic quality of Chola Nataraja bronzes or Shiva as Tripurantaka- destroyer of three (tri) cities (Pura), standing bronze icons of Uma Parvati are infused with the divine loveliness of Parameshwari- the great goddess.
The glorious luster of bronze in this Devi Uma murti adds to the legendary beauty of Shivagami who appears serene and opulent. Clad in a diaphanous dhoti with elaborate Kamarabanda (waistband) that clings to her form and ornate jewelry goddess Uma Parvati is the zenith of feminine appeal that begins with the universal mother.
A Kiritamukuta (elongated crown) with peacock feather motifs sits on the glowing countenance of Uma which is framed by Makara-Krita kundala (earrings). Two necklaces, a Yajnopavita meandering between the raised mounds on Devi’s torso, armbands, Makara adorned waistband and Nupura (anklet) enrich the queenly ambiance of this Uma bronze statue. Makara is a crocodile and elephant composite animal in Hinduism which is a symbol of divine beauty and royalty.
A large Siraschakara (head ornament) and the tensed effect of fabric between the goddess’s lithesome legs on the reverse of this Panchaloha speak for the artistic mastery of the maker of this Uma bronze. Standing in the graceful Tribhanga posture with her hip slightly protruding to accentuate Shivagami’s physical magnetism, Devi has her left hand dangling like the lithesome body of a serpent, and her right hand is raised in the Katakahastha mudra, for offering a flower to her beloved Shiva.
Eternal Brilliance Unveiled: The Mystique of Panchaloha Bronze and Artful Maintenance Rituals
Bronze is a metal alloy that has the primary composition of Copper and Tin. There is also an addition of other metals such as Manganese, Aluminium, Nickel, and some non-metals such as Phosphorus. This composition of several metals and non-metals makes Bronze an extremely durable and strong metal alloy. It is for this reason that Bronze is extensively used for casting sculptures and statues. Since Bronze has a low melting point, it usually tends to fill in the finest details of a mould and when it cools down, it shrinks a little that makes it easier to separate from the mould.
" If you happen to have a bronze statue, simply use a cotton cloth with some coconut oil or any other natural oil to clean the statue. "
A village named Swamimalai in South India is especially known for exceptionally well-crafted Bronze icons of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The skilled artisans of this place use Panchaloha Bronze for casting the icons. Panchaloha Bronze is made of five metals; Copper, Zinc, Lead, and small quantities of Gold and Silver. Zinc gives a golden hue to the finished figure and Lead makes the alloy softer for the easy application of a chisel and hammer. The common technique for producing these statues and sculptures is the “Lost-wax” method. Because of the high durability of bronze sculptures and statues, less maintenance is required, and can still last up to many decades.
Exotic India takes great pride in its collection of hand-picked Panchaloha Statues. You will find the murtis of Gods (Krishna, Hanuman, Narasimha, Ganesha, Nataraja, and Kartikeya) and Goddesses (Saraswati, Lakshmi, Durga, and Parvati), and Buddha statues. You can also buy Ritual paraphernalia (Wicks lamp, Puja Kalash, Cymbals, and Puja Flag) on the website. All these statues and items have been made with a lot of care and attention, giving them a flawless finish. Their fine carving detail represents the rich tradition of India.
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