Lord Indra was an anthropomorphic god, revered in all major diversions of religion as a protector and a kshatriya warrior, who can be called upon in times of war. He is the king of heaven, lightening, thunder, storm and rains and holds the most popularity in Rigveda. Indra was often known for his fondness for soma, the alcoholic elixir with the divine apsaras dancing in front of him in his court.
The sculpture shown on this page shows this beautiful apsara standing on a double lotus plinth in her most gracious dance move to please the king (Indra) and other kings’ men. Her legs bent in an exquisite posture and hands held high in the most descent mudra hold a damru that produces simultaneous heavenly sounds while she dances.
Not only the posture, her alluring fitted garbs of a luxurious ankle length dhoti and a stylized crop top highlight the voluptuous curve of her slim waist in an enchanting manner. The sculptor here has chosen for a uniquely fashioned crown that extends backwards forming vertical lines, along with a glossy and crisp dark brown shaded polish to this sculpture to mention her as being the most special celestial nymph of Lord Indra’s court.
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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