In Hindu philosophy, the whole existence is visualised as a play of Purush and Prakriti. While Purusha represents the masculine and dormant nature of existence, which is the source of all creation, Prakriti is the divine play of energy around it that manifests itself in various forms.
Shiva along with her consort Parvati, also known as Devi Uma, are the personification of Purusha and Prakriti in mortal forms.
Just as existence cannot exist without these two dualities, Shiva is also incomplete without her consort, Devi Uma. As for her devotees, she is the most divine manifestation of Shakti (feminine energy) and godliness.
This beautiful bronze statue resembles the depiction of the goddess as found in ancient artworks. The brilliant craftsmen of Swamimalai have done an exemplary work by portraying the goddess as an ancient deity yet full of fresh youthfulness and vigour. The Devi is standing on an upturned lotus pedestal with slight bends across her body.
She is depicted as a simple and beautiful woman with one of her hands in the posture of holding a flower while the other hand rests gracefully on her side. She is clad in a dhoti and adorned with elegant pieces of jewelry. The face of the Devi gives the vibes of divine calmness and serenity.
On the outside, the Devi might appear like a silent and graceful woman, but inside, she is holding the most exuberant manifestation of energy. This enchanting statue is the ultimate portrayal of Devi Uma in her vibrant glory and unmatched dignity.
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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