Wife of Lord Vishnu, widely venerated by all who seek wealth and abundance. As the presiding deity over resources and plenitude, She is indispensable to Her husband who in turn is the presiding deity over the preservation process.
While She is usually depicted next to Him as a dvibhujadharini (the one possessed of two arms), Her independent iconography instead depicts Her to be a chaturbhujadharini (the one possessed of four arms).
The murti of the seated Devi Lakshmi that you see on this page draws heavily from the Hoysala style of architecture and iconography.
Under the patronage of the Hoysala dynasty rulers, this school of aesthetics flourished between the 11th and the 14th centuries in present-day Karnataka.
Contemporary reproductions of the same are to be found in the aureole that frames the central figurine, the style of adornment that accentuates Her maternal figure, and the multi-tiered plinth with floral openwork and engravings. The sculptor introduces a few interesting details into the composition. The aureole stems from the complex plumage of a pair of peacocks with long, shapely, agile necks.
At the base of the lotus throne of Lakshmi is a kalasha, a green coconut nestled in the folds of freshly plucked leaves of bael layered over its mouth (a symbolic arrangement integral to ritual worship in Hinduism). Finally, the timeless motif of the Kirtimukham at the zenith of the aureole.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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