An abstract Ganesha idiom designed for the homes and offices of the new-age devotee. A long-stemmed veena balanced delicately on some semblance of a pair of limbs gathered in a rudimentary ardha-padmasana. Right above the belly of the veena rests a vivid elephant head with its trunk curled around the neck, the delicately quivering tip of which seems to be strumming it.
The musical aspect of Lord Ganesha may not be as widely captured in iconography as, say, His playful child stance or as the wrathful warrior son of Shiva-Parvati. This particular musical Ganesha, with the veena predominating the composition, is a nod to His kinship with Devi Sarasvati (many cultures worship them as siblings born of Shiva-Durga).
Richly contrasting colours add to the beauty of this sculpture: the complexion made of inlaid turquoise, the crimson body of the curvaceous veena, and the delicate gold of the exposed foot. Copious proportions of filigree are superimposed upon the latter two, in addition to accentuating the features of life in the first. Arranged on an ornate pedestal carved by hand, such a murti would start numerous conversations in the home of the modern-day art-lover.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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