Benevolent Shiva with Ferocious Eyes

$155
Item Code: ZY68
Specifications:
Brass Statue
Height: 7.5 inch
Width: 3 inch
Depth: 3 inch
Weight: 600 gm
Handmade
Handmade
Free delivery
Free delivery
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Shipped to 153 countries
Shipped to 153 countries
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More than 1M+ customers worldwide
This sculpture depicts one of the forms of Shiva - Maheshvara. Shiva is one of the most popular Brahmanical gods. He was the counterpart of the Vedic Rudra. The Rigvedic divinities, who were either atmospheric or celestial deities, were subsequently remodeled and renamed in the Brahmanical literature. The atmospheric deities were eleven in number and were collectively known as the Rudras. According to some scholars the Rudras compounded themselves into a single figures of impetuous qualifications, under the name of Shiva. Moreover, some scholars believe that in the pre-Vedic period, the people of the Indus valley civilization used to worship a god who was in some respects similar to the Puranic representation of Shiva-Pashupati. We do not have the name of that pre-Vedic god, and we are also not sure if he transformed into Rudra in the Rigvedic and later Vedic period. In the post-Rigvedic period, Rudra-Shiva was known by various names. The Tantric literature too represented Shiva in numerous forms and aspects etc. The most famous of which are Nataraja, Nilakantha, Aghora, Kalyana-Sundara, Ardhanarishvara and Bhairava. Actually the sculptures depict the placid aspect of Shiva. The numerous figures of him (Shiva), belonging to the late Gupta and medieval periods, illustrate his various mythologies. The sculptures of Shiva can be divided into two groups. 1. Samhara (destructive) and 2. Anugraha (gracious), corresponding to his ugra and saumya (aspects). The ugra or terrific aspects have been represented by Bhairava, Gajasurasamhara, Tripurantaka, and Andhakasuravadha etc. The Anugraha-murtis of Shiva have been designated by Chandashanugraha, Ravananugraha, Dakshina-murti and Nritya-murti etc.

The present artwork depicts the anugraha aspect of Shiva. He is shown standing on a lotus pedestal. His right leg is slightly ahead of the left one, as if he is walking. He is wearing a skirt suspended upto the thighs. He is pot-bellied and has two arms, the right hand making the gesture of abhaya (protection), while the left hand holding a trident staff with a damaru (small kettle drum). He is adorned with earrings, necklaces, sacred-thread, armlets, bracelets and anklets. There is a snake around the neck. He has a sharp nose and three eyes. The two principal eyes are open and staring. The expression of the eyes is ferocious. There is a resplendent crescent on the proper right side of his head-dress. The top of the head shows the release of the river-goddess Ganga from the coils of his matted hair after being propitiated by sage Bhagiratha.


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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. 

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