Ardhanarishvara is a combination of three words “Ardha”, “Nari”, and “Ishwara” which when combined means the lord whose half is depicting a woman. The Ardhanarishvara is a form of the Hindu lord Shiva combined with his consort Parvati. It is believed that the God is Lord Shiva and the woman part is his consort, Goddess Parvati.
This posture of Ardhanarishvara is called ‘tribhanga’ in which body bends in one direction at the knees, the other direction at the hips and then the other again at the shoulders and neck, standing on a lotus pedestal. This Sculpture of Ardhanarishvara is symbolizing the inseparable unity of masculine and feminine energies, showcasing Lord Shiva on one side and Goddess Parvati on the other.
The use of Panchaloha Bronze, a sacred alloy comprising five metals gold, (Gold, Silver, Copper, Zinc, and Iron), gives a sense of sacredness and auspiciousness to the sculpture. The lost-wax casting technique allows for intricate details to be captured which results in a lifelike and dynamic representation.
This sculpture is a spiritual embodiment of the divine union and balance and a reminder of the harmony that exists in the universe. Placing this spectacular masterpiece in homes, temples, or spiritual spaces will create an atmosphere of devotion and reverence and will invite seekers to connect with the divine energies of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
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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