20" Lord Shiva As Nataraja In Brass | Handmade

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Shiva Natraja, therefore, is considered a Hindu divine cosmic dancer.

In this sculpture, Shiva is performing Tandava (a form of cosmic dancing which creates and destroys the universe) and he is regarded as the lord of dance and dramatic arts. He is dancing inside the Prabha Mandala( flaming halo) which represents time. In his upper right hand, he is seen holding the Damru (a kind of hand drum which as per the legends, made the first sounds of creations) and his left upper hand holds Agni (the fire that is supposed to destroy the creation – the universe). His lower right hand is seen in Abhayamudra (which means fearlessness in Sanskrit and symbolizes protection, peace, and dispelling of fear) and the lower left hand is pointing at the lifted foot which signifies refuge for troubled souls. By his right foot, he is mangling a dwarf-like figure depicting Apasmara Purusha, who represents spiritual ignorance and nonsensical speech, and by his left foot, he is gesturing Gaja Hasta, a symbol of salvation and liberation. The First sculpture of Shiva Nataraja commenced during the 5th Century CE and was popular in the Chola period.

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.

• The best and simplest way to maintain a brass statue is to clean it at least twice a week using a soft cloth or cotton rag. This will prevent dust from accumulating on the surface. Dusting is especially important for outdoor statues since it is prone to dust accumulation much more than indoors.

• Another way is to cleanse the statue with mild soap, warm water, and a cotton cloth. You must go to every inch of the statue and even to the crevices and cracks. After this, clean the article with a dry towel to wipe off pools of water left on the surface.

• To give a natural shine and luster to the statue, you may apply coconut or olive oil using cotton on every portion. You can use a toothbrush to get to the small crevices but do not be too harsh. This will make the brass statue appear fresh and new with a polished look.

• 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.