Both the medium and the style in which this sculpture has been executed are typical of South India, Southern Karnataka to be precise.
A fine bronze tradition is kept alive to this day by local artisans from the region, of which this ashtabhujadhari (the one possessed of eight arms) Devi Durga murti is an example.
She is poised on a layered and richly engraved pedestal, and a complex aureole surrounds the central mounted figure in its characteristic stance - these are the hallmarks of the ancient regional temple architecture namely the Hoysala tradition.
During the twelfth and thirteenth centuries, temple architecture took a turn for greater finesse and complexity. Under the patronage of the Hoysala Empire rulers, there emerged certain motifs that are the fixtures of modern-day works of art in keeping with that style.
Note the lalitasana of Devi Durga and the overwhelming Kirtimukham motif above Her: as such She seems to belong to the consecrated walls of a sacred Hoysala temple. Such a Devi Durga ensemble would make an unusual addition to your home or office temple. There is much to this composition that substantiates the authenticity of the sculptor’s skill.
For example, the lifelike musculature of the line and the stance of its tail. The level of detail introduced into the folds of the Devi’s saree as well as the adornments all over Her divine form. Finally, the perfect symmetry and precision with which the aureole has been finished.
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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