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25" Goddess Ganga Seated on Crocodile | White Marble Statue

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“Patit-Pavani”- she who purifies (Pavani) the sinner (Patit), is goddess Ganga, the celestial stream who descended on earth on the evocation of Bhagirathi and since then has held mankind in her maternal embrace by flowing through a vast landscape, nurturing and purifying the land and its dwellers with her waters. It was on her banks that the first empires of Magadha and Kashi emerged, with her waters they nourished their fields, her stream became the force of their boats, and dips in her waters became the most straightforward way of riding the soul from the weight of all bad karma.

It would not be an exaggeration to say that Bharatvarsha (India in modern vocabulary) owes its existence to the goddess Ganga and her form as the eternal streams and its tributaries that flow as the life force in the body of the nation. This vitality of the river goddess was realized quite early, by the ancient sages, who praise Ganga and her endless boons by calling her Maa Ganga- mother Ganga, who is the very personification of purity and maternal virtues.

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Item Code:	MIU197
Specifications:	White Marble
Height:	25 inch
Width:	23 inch
Depth:	11 inch
Weight:	73.75 kg

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In this brilliant white marble goddess Ganga statue, Devi appears in an ethereally beautiful form, seated on a blossomed lotus that is prettified with hints of pink and a marvelous delineation of petals. Goddess Ganga is visualized as a sixteen-year-old female or Shodashi, with her young age and exquisiteness captured in the softness of her facial features and a captivatingly innocent smile.

This tradition of presenting the divine in a youthful form is a way of emphasizing their sway over the rules of time (Kala), whose ability to age humans has no control over them. Maa Ganga in this white marble statue is in a Chaturbhuja (four-armed) form, holding a lotus flower, a pot of ambrosia (Amrita), and the gesture of fearlessness (right hand) and disseminating boon (left hand). An ornate royal crown adorns her moon-like face and is matched in elegance by the rest of the goddess’s jewelry.

A faint yellow-colored sari is draped by Devi Ganga, who is sitting in the Lalitasana (posture of royal ease), which causes the delicate sari to fold softly, which is presented by the maker of this goddess Ganga marble statue fabulously. Two small lotus flowers are placed under the dangling foot of the goddess, serving as a comfortable footrest for her lotus feet (Charana-Kamala).

A naturalistically sculpted Makara (crocodile), a creature who dwells in the waters of the Ganga river and serves as the Vahana (mount) of the goddess accompanies this marble Maa Ganga statue, placed under the Kamalasana (lotus throne) of the river goddess. The mouth of the Makara is left slightly agape and its body is covered in short lines that mimic the coarse texture of the skin of a crocodile. Her eyes are emanating revitalized energy and maternal affection, this white marble goddess Ganga murti is a divinely purifying presence for your home.

How to clean and maintain marble statues?

Marble has been a preferred material for sculptors and artists for more than a thousand years. It is a rock that undergoes metamorphism which causes recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in various colors, designs, and dimensions. Pure white marble is the most preferred type of marble for making sculptures and statues since time immemorial. White marble is especially used for sculpting stone monumental sculptures since ancient times. The natural shine and luster of the carbonate crystals of white marble give a lavish and beautiful appearance to the statue.

Marble stone statues are highly durable and can even withstand harsh weather conditions without getting corroded, therefore, they can be kept indoors or outdoors without getting damaged or weathered. Although these statues can last for many decades, their regular care and cleaning are essential to increase their longevity and beautiful appearance.

The simplest and basic way of cleaning a marble stone statue is to clear away dirt accumulated on the surface. Outdoor statues are especially prone to biological growth and dirt build-up that may take away their natural beauty. You may rinse the statue with warm water and mild soap to clean the dirt as much as possible. You can use a sponge or cotton cloth to scrape off dirt accumulated in crevices and cracks.

You must never allow water to stand on the surface of the statue for a long time. Standing water gets absorbed by the marble’s porous surface which results in its discoloration. Therefore, it is always recommended to dry-clean the statue with a towel or damp cloth.

Applying beeswax, a non-toxic product, on the surface of the marble statue offers protection against staining, dirt, and pollutants. It also polishes the surface and gives a natural shine to the statue.

Marble statues need periodical cleaning to maintain their flawless look. However, harsh and deep cleaning can result in making the statue look dull. If your marble statue is withering away, it is recommended to take the help of a professional cleaner. Marble is a delicate material and therefore needs proper care.

Marble Mastery Unveiled: The Artisan's Symphony in Sculpting Timeless Beauty

Marble is a soft and delicate metamorphic rock derived from limestone. It is composed mainly of recrystallized carbonate minerals. The appealing appearance of marble gives rise to the making of beautiful sculptures and statues. Jaipur city of Rajasthan, India, is considered the capital of marble carving where various marble idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are made. These magnificent statues are carved by skilled sculptors out of the purest white marble. The slight softness of white marble makes it easier to be carved and chiseled into any desirable form or shape. Another impressive feature of marble is that the calcite has a low refractive index that allows light to penetrate the stone before getting scattered out. This results in bringing a translucent appearance and luster to the marble sculpture. This is the reason why most sculptors prefer to work with marble for sculpting life-size statues that require intricate details, evoking a certain realism to the work.

There is a detailed or step-by-step process of developing the desired structure of a sculpture from marble stone. These steps are:

1. Clay mould

Most sculptors prefer to sculpt a preliminary model out of clay or wax to translate its complex and intricate details into the final stone sculpture with the use of calipers or a pointing machine. The plasticity of the clay mould helps sculptors capture the success of the final sculpture before carving the stone. The clay is moulded into the desired shape or form and this acts as a rough

2. Roughing out

The second step of carving or sculpting is to remove large portions of unwanted marble stone. This task is done by using a special tool known as a point chisel. The pointed end of this tool is useful for splitting the large stone and removing big chunks that are not wanted. Usually, a mallet (a tool similar to a hammer) is used to transfer energy through the chisel to shatter the stone evenly and accurately.

3. Refining the figure

Once the sculptors have determined the general shape of the sculpture, a toothed chisel or claw chisel is used to refine the stone. These tools create parallel lines in the stone to add texture to the figure. During this stage, the rough block of stone has now changed into the general shape of the sculpture.

4. Adding the details

The sculptor is now ready to carry out detailed work to develop a more refined form of the sculpture. Tools such as rasps and rifflers are then used to enhance the shape into its final form. These tools finely create details such as frills or folds of clothing or locks of hair.

5. Polishing

This is the last step in marble sculpting in which the sculptor uses materials such as sandpaper to bring out a natural sheen to the sculpture. The sandpaper is rubbed against the surface to make it smoother and flawless. Sometimes, tin oxide is also used to make the sculpture appear glossy and more translucent.

Marble sculptures are highly durable and can last for many decades if maintained and taken care of properly. They are also extremely weather-resistant and therefore, can be kept outdoors or indoors. The exquisite beauty of marble statues elevates the aura of the space and emanates positivity all around.