Emerging from the anger of goddess Parvati, Devi Kali is the powerful warring Hindu goddess, whose ferociousness on the battlefield is beyond words. To convey her majesty over war artists often depict her clad in the heads and arms of the demon she slays, holding powerful weapons, standing over her husband Shiva with her tongue lolling out. This wooden goddess Kali statue represents the great goddess in her characteristic fashion, but with some artistic delicateness, lending the Kadamba wood statue a divine aura.
Goddess Kali appears to us as the most alluring female, her facial features flawlessly carved to reach the pinnacle of beauty. Alongside the jewelry that adorns her, this wooden Maa Kali statue is beautified with a garland of human heads, all of which have an eerie smile on their face, adding to the etherealness of Kali. Her weapons are presented not naturalistically, but only as symbols for her divine ayudhas (armaments). Devi Kali’s long tresses that cover her like a cape, have their ends transformed into hoods of serpents- a visual simile drawn between the goddess’s flowing hair and the dark, vicious snakes.
The platform on which Shiva lies is pleasingly carved. Devi Kali’s foot placed on Shiva is polished perfectly to give us a sense of strength and depict musculature. Compared to the presence of Maa Kali in this wooden statue, Shiva appears minuscule, an artistic device used to convey the sovereignty of the goddess. A heavenly carved aura marks Devi’s powers in this Kadamba wood Kali statue, which is a commanding representation of the potencies of Maa Kali.
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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