Shiva, the highest of all beings as per the Hindu tradition is associated with all states of human consciousness in his various depictions.
While sometimes he meditates in all pervading silence, he could also be found dancing in vibrant ecstasy and joy. Unlike the set pattern of dances, the dance of Shiva has no holds barred.
He dances with the movement of energy and expresses his innermost core through his dance. His dance is known as Tandava Nritya (dance).
Shiva does Tandava either when he is in a state of extreme ecstasy or a mood of destruction. His energetic dance becomes the very expression of the most primordial energy manifesting in his formless form.
Shiva in his Tandava Nritya is the embodiment of extreme energy and exuberance. This beautifully crafted bronze statue captures him in the swift motion of his body that creates an aura of beauty and joy. The face of the lord looks serene and calm. He is standing with his right leg on the demon of ignorance while the left leg is slightly lifted in the air.
The four-handed god holds the fire of knowledge and his Damru(an Indian musical instrument) in the upper hands. While the lower hands are in various mudras to complete his dance form. Standing on a small platform, the lord is adorned with a beautiful crown and many other pieces of jewellery on his partially bare body.
The smallest of details has been given attention to in this beautiful handmade statue using the ancient Madhuchista Vidhana technique. The statue is both intense as energy and still as silence symbolising the balance of Purusha and Prakriti in the existence. Lord Shiva in his Tandav dance opens the mind to new dimensions of understanding and peace that is generally missed by most.
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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