The exotic beauty of this Ganesha panel is formed from its lavish carvings and hence formed patterns. Framed in a square shape, it gives a balanced fit to the wall when hung, and its sole presence can beautify the place also creating that aura of spirituality. Lord Ganesha is one of the mandatory Hindu deities seen in every household as it is said that worshipping Ganesha can lead to a hassle free and peaceful lifestyle. This wooden panel depicts Ganesha seated in lalitasana on a lotus throne forming a large aureole behind as the backdrop, gracefully chiselled in floral patterns and topped with a Kirtimukha face as the guarding deity.
Item Code: | ZEO034 |
Specifications: |
South Indian Temple Wood Carving
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Height: | 36.5 inch |
Width: | 3.2 inch |
Depth: | 36 inch |
Weight: | 24.80 kg |
Lord Ganesha here, is embellished in luxurious jewels and a close pleated dhoti, blessing the devotees of abhaya with his right hand and the remaining three hold the usual implements of his iconography. Deep striated trunk and the long South Indian style crown are some of the major aspects of his beauty and perfection of the sculptor’s skills. Apart from the central deity, this wooden panel is decked-up with traditional patterns of flora and fauna; having two elephants on either side in obeisance to the lord, identifying him as Gaja Ganesha and two beautifully carved peacocks settled at the base with the stylish carving of their long tails capturing the attention.
Not just the inner pane, the outer borders have their own beauty to cherish on. All the four corners are occupied with blossoming flowers having deeply striated petals. Top panel has the two sacred mice eating laddoo and the bottom shows two heavenly apsaras holding Ganesha’s throne. As you zoom in to the side panels, you will be amazed by the precised carvings of peacocks holding their spaces with their tails beautifully coiled. Every pattern of this Ganesha wood panel is inspired from the South Indian temple carvings and its dual shade gives a royal lustre to the Ganesha sculpture.
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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