A seated whitewood Ganesha for the home or office space of the truly devoted. This chaturbhujadhari Ganapati seated in lalitasana would look great poised in a corner of your space. The high-shine ochre colour finish of the whitewood medium is such that it goes with a wide variety of interiors.
In this composition, the asana (seat) of Ganesha is of note. It resembles a rough-hewn boulder, a quantum of Himalayan rock. It is the kind of element that is associated with the iconography of the great Lord Shiva, His father. As such, in this work, it is an indication of the parentage of Ganesha.
The rest of the murti is replete with every detail of Ganesha’s traditional iconography. An ornate crown flanked by vine-like projections. Beneath it, a distinct composure of ananda (bliss). What the Lord bears in His hands and His overall adornment.
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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