This is an exquisitely crafted idol of Devi Lakshmi, also known as Shri, who along with Goddesses Saraswati and Parvati, forms the divine triad called the ‘Tridevi’. She is the consort and the power (shakti) of Lord Vishnu, who is the preserver of the universe, and thus, assists Him to maintain the material creation. She is considered as the Goddess of wealth, fortune, beauty, and prosperity and represents the Rajas Guna (mode of passion).
In this handmade sculpture made of bronze, Devi Lakshmi stands gracefully on a full-blown lotus pedestal, having four arms and Her body bent at the left knee (triple-bend position). Elegantly dressed and decorated with several heavy ornaments around Her ankles, arms, ears, waist, and neck, the Goddess holds a lotus flower in each of the upper hands.
The lotus flower is the symbolism of spiritual knowledge and enlightenment. This depicts that She is the granter of not only material wealth, but also wealth and prosperity in the spiritual realm. The two lower hands hold the gestures of fearless Abhaya Mudra (right hand) and the boon-granting Varada Mudra (left hand). The huge majestic crown on Her head is an emblem of Her exalted personality as the feminine energy of Lord Vishnu, playing the role of a mediator between the devotees and the Lord, and being approached first by them to receive the mercy of Maha Vishnu.
Eternal Brilliance Unveiled: The Mystique of Panchaloha Bronze and Artful Maintenance Rituals
Bronze is a metal alloy that has the primary composition of Copper and Tin. There is also an addition of other metals such as Manganese, Aluminium, Nickel, and some non-metals such as Phosphorus. This composition of several metals and non-metals makes Bronze an extremely durable and strong metal alloy. It is for this reason that Bronze is extensively used for casting sculptures and statues. Since Bronze has a low melting point, it usually tends to fill in the finest details of a mould and when it cools down, it shrinks a little that makes it easier to separate from the mould.
" If you happen to have a bronze statue, simply use a cotton cloth with some coconut oil or any other natural oil to clean the statue. "
A village named Swamimalai in South India is especially known for exceptionally well-crafted Bronze icons of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The skilled artisans of this place use Panchaloha Bronze for casting the icons. Panchaloha Bronze is made of five metals; Copper, Zinc, Lead, and small quantities of Gold and Silver. Zinc gives a golden hue to the finished figure and Lead makes the alloy softer for the easy application of a chisel and hammer. The common technique for producing these statues and sculptures is the “Lost-wax” method. Because of the high durability of bronze sculptures and statues, less maintenance is required, and can still last up to many decades.
Exotic India takes great pride in its collection of hand-picked Panchaloha Statues. You will find the murtis of Gods (Krishna, Hanuman, Narasimha, Ganesha, Nataraja, and Kartikeya) and Goddesses (Saraswati, Lakshmi, Durga, and Parvati), and Buddha statues. You can also buy Ritual paraphernalia (Wicks lamp, Puja Kalash, Cymbals, and Puja Flag) on the website. All these statues and items have been made with a lot of care and attention, giving them a flawless finish. Their fine carving detail represents the rich tradition of India.
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