Gleaming with a golden luster as if the wealth of the entire universe was reserved in one image, this brass murti of goddess Lakshmi depicts the Hindu goddess of abundance and prosperity seated with both legs folded on a padmasana (lotus platform) with the beautiful flower in full bloom. Clad in a gorgeous sari with a border of tiny pearl strings, Maa Lakshmi is decked in jeweled ornaments from head to toe.
Her Kiritmukuta crown is made ever-more appealing by the chakra (wheel) shaped aura with leaf motifs on the outer end of the spokes. The introspective face of the goddess is framed well by her shapely brows and dangling kundala (earrings). A multiplicity of necklaces sit dazzling Sri Lakshmi’s neck. Clinging to her neck is a traditional gulbandh, followed by a Hemasutra (two chains of gold with a gem in the center) and a Nishka (necklace made out of gold coins). An ornate Ratnavali, a long necklace of precious gemstones and metals frames the seated Lakshmi in this brass idol, in the shape of an inverted Purnaghata, the water-filled pot which symbolizes prosperity. Two of her hands provide a base for lotus flowers, on which Purnaghata are placed. A pot filled with prised trinkets is tucked under her left hand which forms the gesture of bestowing boons. Her right hand is raised in the Abhaya mudra (the gesture of fearlessness). Flowering vines a symbol of fertility in Hindu and Buddhist religious systems, surround her image, fusing into the exquisite Kirtimukha which crowns her divine presence. Beneath her asana (seat) are two totems- a nearly inflated Purnaghata- the symbol of prosperity and an owl, the representative of Jyestha or Alakshmi, the elder sister of Lakshmi and an epithet of bad luck. Majestically sitting above fortune and misfortune, goddess Lakshmi is the mighty Shakti that regulates both these realities.
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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