Resembling the Chola bronze statues of Devi from the 12th century in Tamil Nadu, South India, this Deeplakhsmi is a significant part of the traditional ceremonial lighting scenes of Indian temples. The figure of the young maiden is seen carrying a leaf-shaped lamp and follows all other iconographies of the statue of Devi. Her hair is tied in the traditional kesa bandha, and a serrated siras-chakra behind her head. She is standing in the Tribhanga pose and is wearing the MMakaraa kundalas.
Her costume consists of a lower garment reaching below the knees, which is held at the waist by a mekhala girdle with tassels and clasp in front. She is standing on a lotus pedestal and two parrots perching on her shoulders, both lotus and parrots signifying wisdom and growth. This Deeplakshmi in brass is the epitome of the splendid craftsmanship of this country. It carries the holy iconography of Chola bronzes and thus is not an ordinary ritual object but a rare and magnificent piece of art.
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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