Devi Bhadrakali is one of the most worshipped and revered forms of Devi among the worshippers of Shakti. She is a very fierce and vibrant deity who is said to grant her devotees with ultimate liberation.
The origin of the goddess differs across various scriptures. But as per the most popular account, the fearless goddess was born out of the third eye of Shiva, to slay the demon Darika, who wreaked havoc on innocent beings.
Fulfilling her purpose, the goddess slew Darika and once again, marked the victory of good over evil. Since then, her devotees worship her as a protector against evil. Devi Bhadrakali is also said to have a very motherly affection towards her devotees and bestows them with the greatest blessings.
This beautiful bronze statue illustrates the Devi in her fierce form yet enchanting grandeur. Made using the ancient Madhuchista Vidhana technique, Devi has been brought to life by the brilliant craftsmen of Swamimalai. Devi is standing with utmost grace on an upturned lotus pedestal having delicate carvings.
The 18 armed goddess is blessing with her 2 front hands while the rest 16 hands are holding various weapons. Devi has been adorned in beautiful clothes and exquisite pieces of jewellery. The crown of the Devi is unique and adds another level of beauty to the statue. The face of the Devi is perfectly silent and still.
A beautiful balance has been struck between the warrior and motherly nature of the goddess in this statue. While she appears ever ready for a war against evil, she looks equally caring for her child-like devotees. This statue is a perfect representation of Devi Bhadrakali in her almighty glory
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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