Large Size Chaturbhuja Vishnu Wearing a Beautiful Necklace

$1140
Item Code: ZAP11
Specifications:
Brass Statue
Height: 31 inch
Width: 13 inch
Depth: 9 inch
Weight: 19.70 kg
Handmade
Handmade
Free delivery
Free delivery
Fully insured
Fully insured
Shipped to 153 countries
Shipped to 153 countries
More than 1M+ customers worldwide
More than 1M+ customers worldwide

This luminous brass image with gold’s lustre and an ornament’s finish, precision and technical accomplishment, represents Lord Vishnu in his Chaturbhuja – four-armed manifestation. The image abounds in a king’s majesty and the supreme deity’s divine aura. An outstanding example of India's centuries old tradition of metal-casting, continuing incessant, the image reveals same lustre, iconographic perfection, zeal for details, emphasis on embellishment, elegance and finish, emotional bearing, and commitment to scriptural tradition, as had great Chola and Chalukyan bronzes of the South and Pala bronzes of the East. As the eighth-ninth centuries Chola bronzes are known for powerfully gesticulating a figure or reveal an emotional bearing, or a motive, the artist has packed into this votive form a commander’s readiness, formidability and a determined mind to attend to and resolve any emergency. 

One of the two more usual forms of his image, standing as this, and the other, reclining, usually on the coils of the great serpent Shesh, though not leaning upon his mace or making a forward move with one foot put ahead of the other as he is sometimes represented, the determination of his mind is readably writ on his face. Besides what the upwards pulled eyebrows and the fully stretched eyelids suggest the mode of holding the mace, otherwise a symbolic attribute, the anguished Lord is meditating on ways to adopt for punishing the evil doers. Not just assuring protection by granting ‘abhay’ – freedom from fear, with the gesture of one hand, the assurance of ‘abhay’ is supported by three times of strength that the unfailing attributes held in three hands display. Mathematically, his strength for protecting and sustaining the world is three times more than required for accomplishing his role. Besides the normal right hand held in ‘abhay’ the image is carrying in other three, disc, elephant goad and mace. The fourth in ‘abhay’ is also a lotus hand and has on it a lotus symbol. 

In Indian theology and thought, Vishnu, who with Brahma and Shiva constitutes the Great Trinity – the three aspected manifestation of the Formless God, is seen as maintaining order, besides sustaining and preserving the cosmos. Anthropomorphically, he has been visualized as the supreme monarch with all three cosmic regions under his command. Accordingly, he has been conceived with a robust build and as wearing a towering and magnificently incised crown, precious jewels and rich costume giving him the distinction of the world commander. In this image the artist has added yet another element as the five-hooded great serpent Shesh, the earth incarnate, as an umbrella over his head imparting to the image further dimensional breadth. A recent artifact adhering to the great tradition both in theme and style of the image and in technique of rendering it the brass-cast reveals the flavour and feeling of an antique piece.   

The image has been raised over a pedestal consisting in two parts, each two-tiered representing the known and the unknown worlds that Lord Vishnu pervades. The base unit, a square the bottom part consisting of conventionalized lotuses, and upper, a simple but extremely elegant moulding, and one on the top, an inverted lotus carrying on it a circular platform, the pedestal itself is a beautiful component of the image. This pedestal on the bottom and the Shesh-umbrella on the top pleasantly enhance height perspective and the figure’s robustness. Lest it adversely affect the height perspective the artist has clad the image in a tight-fitted ‘antariya’ – lower wear. The figure of Vishnu is excellent in modelling, plasticity and ornaments. There enshrines a divine sentiment on his face. It has sharp features and balanced anatomy. Each ornament is exceptional in finish, precision and details. Figures of Vishnu have towering crown but not so well bedecked with gems as this one. He is putting on his usual ‘Makara-kundalas – ear-ornaments and ornaments covering shoulders. Magnificent in carving thread-like minute details every piece of jewelry, worn on neck, breast, waist, arms or ankles and feet, is outstanding in elegance and beauty.

This description by Prof. P.C. Jain and Dr. Daljeet. Prof. Jain specializes on the aesthetics of literature and is the author of numerous books on Indian art and culture. Dr. Daljeet is the curator of the Miniature Painting Gallery, National Museum, New Delhi. They have both collaborated together on a number of books.

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.

 

  • The best and simplest way to maintain a brass statue is to clean it at least twice a week using a soft cloth or cotton rag. This will prevent dust from accumulating on the surface. Dusting is especially important for outdoor statues since it is prone to dust accumulation much more than indoors.

 

 

  • To give a natural shine and luster to the statue, you may apply coconut or olive oil using cotton on every portion. You can use a toothbrush to get to the small crevices but do not be too harsh. This will make the brass statue appear fresh and new with a polished look.


  • 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. 

Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q. Is the statue hollow or solid ?
    A. Brass statues are made through a process of clay casting, hence are hollow. Whereas, panchaloha bronze statues are made through a process of lost wax casting, hence they are solid.
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    A. All returns must be postmarked within seven (7) days of the delivery date. All returned items must be in new and unused condition, with all original tags and labels attached. To know more please view our return policy.
  • Q. Can you customise the statue for me ?
    A. For any customisation, kindly email us at help@exoticindia.com.
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