Hindu gods and goddesses are given beautiful expressions in South Indian wooden artworks, which have been well-known across the world for centuries for their divine symbolism. The traditional iconography carved on this wooden wall hanging of Ganesha highlights the traits of the elephant-faced deity, such as his pot-belly, stout stature, and Karanda mukuta, or inverted basket-shaped headdress, which is predominantly connected with Ganesha.
The statue has a regal air to it because of the lotus seat of Ganapati, the pedestal, and the respectfully seated Mushaka. The straightforward imagery of this woodwork becomes lovely when it is embellished with traditional colors and a beautiful polished finish.
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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