A one-of-a-kind iconography of the Devi Sarasvati. Wife of Lord Brahma and the presiding deity over aesthetics (learning, the fine arts), She is regarded to be the fairest of the Hindu devi pantheon. Usually depicted as a glacial-skinned Devi, in ivory-coloured clothing and on the back of a pristine swan to accentuate the complexion, the murti that you see on this page deviates from the norm. Fashioned from brass, this composition is a predominantly charcoal-coloured one, in strategic places superimposed with solid gold colour.
For example, the body of the Devi’s veena (this classical musical instrument is as much a part of Devi Sarasvati as any of Her limbs), the silk of the dhoti draped around Her slender legs and the adornments on the rest of Her gracious curves, and the stunningly executed plumage of the peacock (Her vahana or divine mount), are all a gorgeous golden hue. From the peacock to its mistress, who sits in lalitasana upon its back, a great deal of detail has been introduced in each aspect of the iconography.
The chaturbhujadharini (the one possessed of four arms) sits in lalitasana on a flat seating panel on the back of Her vahana. A gaze of profound wisdom pours forth from beneath Her beauteous brow. Almost half the height of the murti comprises the layered plinth - an upturned lotus on a quadrilateral in consistent colour scheme.
How to keep a Brass statue well-maintained?
Brass statues are known and appreciated for their exquisite beauty and luster. The brilliant bright gold appearance of Brass makes it appropriate for casting aesthetic statues and sculptures. Brass is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and zinc. This chemical composition makes brass a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. Due to these properties, Brass statues and sculptures can be kept both indoors as well as outdoors. They also last for many decades without losing all their natural shine.
Brass statues can withstand even harsh weather conditions very well due to their corrosion-resistance properties. However, maintaining the luster and natural beauty of brass statues is essential if you want to prolong their life and appearance.
In case you have a colored brass statue, you may apply mustard oil using a soft brush or clean cloth on the brass portion while for the colored portion of the statue, you may use coconut oil with a cotton cloth.
Brass idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are especially known for their intricate and detailed work of art. Nepalese sculptures are famous for small brass idols portraying Buddhist deities. These sculptures are beautified with gold gilding and inlay of precious or semi-precious stones. Religious brass statues can be kept at home altars. You can keep a decorative brass statue in your garden or roof to embellish the area and fill it with divinity.
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