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Panel Of Vishnu-Roopas

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According to the Pauranik legends, whenever Adharmic tendencies in the world reach a tipping point, Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, takes avatar and descends to the mortal realm, to correct this imbalance. Lord Vishnu has already taken nine avatars within this current cycle of yugas. His tenth, and the last, will signal the end of Kaliyuga, and a destructive scourging of this world. The universe will end in the darkness of Brahma's night as Lord Vishnu, the tireless preserver of the world, will finally sleep. Within his lotus abode, in the cosmic ocean of milk, awaiting the start of the next cycle of life and existence.

This intricately carved wooden panel depicts the most important avatars of Lord Vishnu. At the very center is the full cosmic form - chaturbhuja dhari, his four armed manifestation - seated in lalitasana, the royal pose, upon the coils of Sheshnag, the snake with a thousand heads. With him sits his beautiful consort, Devi Lakshmi. On the left is the Krishna-avatar, depicted during his moment of victory over the black serpent, Kaliya. To the right is the Rama-avatar, handsome with glowing blue skin, and four arms. The Krishna-avatar is also represented in the top row of the panel but this time in a serene pose, playing his flute, around his cattle. The entire piece is decorated with elaborate etchings and vibrant colours. This beautiful piece of art is perfect for home-decor, and serves as a divine reminder of the many disparate aspects of divinity that we must imbibe within ourselves, for leading a full and enriching life.

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Item Code:	ZEP030
Specifications:	WOOD STATUE
Dimensions	41 INCH HEIGHT X 80 INCH WIDTH X 3 INCH DEPTH
Weight:	70 kg

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As ihaloka or the mortal realm of existence evolved with the passage of time, adharma prevailed in the inner and outer worlds of us mortals. Each time the prevalence of adharma loomed over heads, there occurred divine intervention. Lord Vishnu, the presiding deity over preservation and the central to the Hindu trinity, incarnated Himself in human form and made an appearance in ihaloka. Legend has it that there are ten (dasha) incarnations (avataras), which explains the term dashavatara.

The wood-carved panel that you see on this page features some of the all-important Vishnu-avataras and roopas (forms) of the Lord. At the very centre is His cosmic form - chaturbhujadhari (possessed of four arms), seated in lalitasana on the coils of Sheshanaga, with His wife, the beautiful Devi Lakshmi, in His lap. To the left of this form is Lord Krishna in His moment of victory over the adharmee serpent Kaliya; to the right, the handsome Lord Rama whose complexion is the colour of blue lotuses. Note the two central figurines along the upper edge of the panel: one of them is the serene roopa of the cowherd playing the flute as His charge look lovingly on. Mythical paralokiya figures and flora punctuate the spaces between each of the Vishnu-roopas in this panel, separated by miniscule structures resembling temple-pillars and templetops of the ancient South.

The basic yet expressive colour palette and the intricacy of the carving would make this a tasteful addition to the home of any devotee.

Sculpting Serenity: Unveiling the Art of Crafting Wood Statues

Wood has been a preferred material for sculptures and statues since ancient times. It is easy to work with than most metals and stones and therefore requires less effort to shape it into any desired shape or form. The texture of the wood gives an element of realism to the sculpture. The selection of an appropriate wood type is necessary for carving. Woods that are too resinous or coniferous are not considered good for carving as their fiber is very soft and thus lacks strength. On the other hand, wood such as Mahogany, Oakwood, Walnut wood, Weet cherry wood, etc., are preferred by sculptors because their fiber is harder. A wood sculptor uses various tools such as a pointed chisel in one hand and a mallet in another to bring the wood to the desired measurement and to make intricate details on it. A carving knife is used to cut and smooth the wood. Other tools such as the gouge, V-tool, and coping saw also serve as important tools in wood carving. Although the wood carving technique is not as complex and tough as stone carving or metal sculpting, nonetheless, a wood carver requires a high level of skills and expertise to create a stunning sculpture.

1. Selecting the right wood

The process of wood carving begins with selecting a chunk of wood that is required according to the type and shape of the statue to be created by the sculptor. Both hardwoods and softwoods are used for making artistic pieces, however, hardwoods are preferred more than softer woods because of their durability and longevity. But if heavy detailing is to be done on the statue, wood with fine grain would be needed as it would be difficult to work with hardwood.

2. Shaping the wood

Once the wood type is selected, the wood carver begins the general shaping process using gouges of various sizes. A gouge is a tool having a curved cutting edge which is useful in removing large unwanted portions of wood easily without splitting the wood. The sculptor always carves the wood across the grain of the wood and not against it.

3. Adding detailing

When a refined shape of the statue is obtained, it is time for making details on the statue using different tools. This is achieved by using tools such as a veiner to make and a V-tool to create decorative and sharp cuts.

4. Surface finishing

Once finer details have been added, the sculptor is ready to smoothen the surface and give it a perfect finish. Tools such as rasps and rifflers are used to get a smooth surface. The finer polishing is obtained by rubbing the surface with sandpaper. If a textured surface is required, this step is skipped. Finally, to protect the statue from excessive dirt accumulation, the sculptor applies natural oils such as walnut or linseed oil all over it. This also brings a natural sheen to the statue.

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.

Wood tends to expand and contract even after it has been processed, thus it is always recommended to keep the wooden sculptures in rooms with little humidity. Excess moisture can harm your masterpiece.

Periodical dusting of the finished piece is necessary to maintain its beauty as dust accumulation on the surface takes away the shine of the sculpture. You can use a clean and soft cloth or a hairbrush for this purpose.

You must avoid applying any chemical-based solutions that may damage the wood from the inside. Instead, you can apply lemon oil or coconut oil using a cotton rag to the sculpture to bring out its natural shine. Lemon oil also helps to clean any stains on the sculpture.

Applying a layer of beeswax protects the wood from sun damage and hides even the smallest imperfections on the wood.

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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