In the ethereal realm of divine artistry, Lord Ganesha, “the remover of obstacles and harbinger of success”, emerges in resplendent magnificence. Poised upon a “Kirtimukha throne”, Ganesha, “also regarded as Devendrashika (the protector of all gods)”, commands attention in Lalitasana, an embodiment of regality. Clad in regal attire, bedecked in jewels, and crowned with regal splendour, Ganpati, “the Kripalu”, exudes eternal grace. The sacred thread, “Yajnopavita”, adorns him, a symbol of transcendence.
His ample belly symbolises cosmic abundance. In his upper hands, “goad” and “noose” signify guidance and restraint. The broken tusk held with divine poise hints at sacrifice, while the Modak He relishes embodies sweet fulfilment. Crafted in Panchaloha bronze from “Swamimalai” using the ancient “Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) technique”, this masterpiece, a symphony of symbolism, unveils the cosmic dance of creation and destruction, encapsulating the eternal cycle of life.
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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