The divine Dholak player seems to be enjoying the thumps her instrument is producing, which is also mentioned in a treatise on temple architecture, the Shilpaprakasha- “esha mardala parama, unmatta vaadne ramya”, “this is the beautiful Mardala, who is intoxicated with her playing of the instrument”. Her uncomparable youthfulness and suppleness highlighted gorgeously in this wooden statue fill the ambiance with heavenly bliss. According to the Shilpaprakasha, Mardala is one of the 16 Alasya Kanya or ladies in relaxed postures whose presence completes a devalaya or home of gods. The addition of this wooden statue to your space will make it the perfect place for positive and divine energies to enter and reside.
How to care for Wood Statues?
Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.
It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.
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