The Almighty Ganesha sits on a stylized throne with the back in a large carved gate of protection having the visible flowered halo. This portly figure sits in his run-of-the-mill posture; left hand holds laddoos and right in Abhaya Mudra. Rear hands hold a pasa (noose) and mahapurusa (large axe) to demolish the evil doers.
Mice signify Ganesha’s vahana, seven of them represent his love for mooshak and all busy in their wishful works like, being tempted by the laddoo kept on the pedestals, the two in front personify darbans guarding their prabhu and the two on the sides sit on the beautifully carved boosters, with hands joined in obeisance towards the devotees.
The trunk with life-like striations approaches towards left demonstrating his unconditional and uncontrollable love for modak. Adorned with magnificent thick necklace complementing the high-rise crown sculpted out of immense care and concentration. High browed intense eyes and the spectacularly carved elephant ears act as major elements in adding a royal status to the sculpture. The two apsaras on either side of the lord pay homage to this ever-so-friendly Ganesha. The large parasol on top of his head built in expansive three layers with the top like that of a temple, enhances his divinity.
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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