Yoga-Narasimha- Bhagawan Narasimha in Yoga Mudra | Handmade | Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) | Panchaloha Bronze from Swamimalai

The platform of this bronze Yoga Narasimha icon is a sturdy square base, with an upturned lotus acting as the throne for Narasimha. Lord Narasimha’s legs are in a variant of a yogi’s posture, with his primary hands placed on his knees in the manner of “Dhyana” (meditation). His other two hands carry the characteristic attributes of Sri Vishnu, the Sudarshana chakra and Shankha by making a scissor-like gesture with his fingers. Refined armbands, bracelets, and rings adorn Lord Narasimha’s limbs in this bronze, enhancing the aura of his heavenly physique. The head of Narasimha is that of a lion that carries a wild viciousness and mesmeric divinity simultaneously. A conical Kiritamukuta sits on his head, with the Makara motif serving as its centerpiece, underlining the celestial beauty of Sri Narasimha. The countenance of Narasimha and his awe-inspiring expressions are masterfully presented in this bronze- wide eyes, flared nostrils, agape mouth to display a series of sharp fang-like teeth, and a luxurious mane that runs parallel to the single-stringed pearl necklace. Taken together, these elements in this bronze Narasimha statue fill the heart with astonished awe.

Yoga-Narasimha for his devotees is a symbol of unbounded valor and fearlessness. After slaying the demon-king Hiranyakashyapu, and achieving calm, Narasimha took this form, a visual culmination of his divine and metaphysical potencies. The physique of Sri Narasimha in this bronze icon conveys strength and beauty- the twin attributes of Vishnu. From the detailing on his face to the smoothness of his hands, the maker of this bronze Yoga Narasimha has succeeded in recreating the perfection of the man-lion incarnation of Vishnu to bless you with a courageous devotion.