Lord Vishnu, the protector of the world, is generally pictured as sitting on Sheshanaga (the king of snakes). This posture is scripted as Shantakaram Bhujagshyanam, conveying salutations to the one who has a serene and demeanor appearance, sitting calmly on the serpent. His form is assumed in a lalitasan posture and his right leg rests on an outgrown lotus with absolute curves. In Sanskrit, ‘Shesh’ symbolizes ‘that which remains’ and ‘Naga’ is the snake, which represents energy in Hinduism. Thus, Sheshanaga's metaphor to, ‘that, which remains ultimately, is energy or atman.’
This sculpture depicts Lord Vishnu perched on the plinth of a coiled serpent (Sheshanag) in three layers having self motifs, placed on a fashionable multilayered pedestal. The left-hand rests on the left knee in relaxation and the right in a site of blessing. He also depicts his popular epithet of shankha- chakra- gada- pani, demonstrating, that he, who holds shankha (conch), chakra (disc), and gada (mace) in his hands, showcasing the interconnected cyclic existence, restoration of dharma with war (if required) and his power of knowledge respectively; crowned in a slender and long decoration with a wondrous five hooded serpent.
The fine lines of the attire and curves of the body with painstaking expressions of brows accompanied by a slight smile demonstrate the lifetime of skill and great labour put into this sculpture.
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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