This painting rendered as a clear water color art, represents against a divine red background Lord Shiva in his five cosmic faces painted unlike his usual Panchamukha iconography; in the usual ways, Panchamukha Shiva has his four faces in each of the four directions and the fifth face is either invisible or faces the sky, but this being a two-dimensional art form, all the five heads are three-fourth front facing with each having ornamented golden-brown coiffure atop.
He sits on a blooming double lotus which is kept on a highly stylized chowki and his ash-smeared body glows with the vigour of life along with Chandan smeared on his forehead and hints on body in an aesthetic contrast. Lord Shiva is garbed in the rigorous tiger skin costume and Goddess Parvati sits on his lap in absolute elegance and an expression of love and respect.
The ten-armed Shiva carries all his implements with Trident and Damru being the main of his iconography. He has the Vasuki serpent coiled around his neck, third eye and a crescent moon on forehead. Panchmukhi Shiva or Panchanana Shiva combines in him Tatpurusha, Vamadeva, Aghora, Sadyojata and Ishan representing wind, water, fire, creative function and space which are the five cosmic elements and space.
The story of Lord Krishna and the serpent Kaliya is one of the most popular mythological stories in Hinduism. The dreaded venomous multi-hooded serpent Kaliya symbolizes the numerous desires we have. One day Krishna was playing with his friends near Kaliya’s abode (waters of Yamuna in Vrindavan) and their ball fell in the river, so to catch the ball Krishna jumped into the river even after being warned about the poisonous snake. Kaliya being unaware of Krishna’s real identity, attacked him with his fangs and tried to tire his body around Krishna attempting to crush him, but the lord was too fast for him, he caught hold of the serpent’s tail and dragged him to the river surface, playing his flute on its head.
This pendant is made up of three components. The overall structure of the pendant is made of sterling silver, with a brown solid flattened cylindrical shaped bead in the centre, separated by turquoise beads above and below the bead as it connects and extends downwards into a shower of loose silver chains. Weighing at 34.5 grams and measuring a length of 5 inches, the best qualities of this pendant is its ability to eccentuate and showcase the neckline of the wearer as it adds a touch of elegance. To complete the full set, simply add a chain of your choice when purchasing this pendant. The chain is available in three different lengths ranging from 16 to 20 inches long.
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The moment of Enlightenment is a point of intrinsic transition. It is a moment forged by years of samadhi or contemplation. What began as sabeeja (seeded) samadhi, led from the samprajnata to the asamprajnata state of being, which is true nirbeeja (seedless) samadhi. With His limbs gathered in the finest padamasana, His eyes shutting out the illusions without, the Buddha calls upon the earth (bhoomi) with the touch (sparsha) of His fingers to witness His Enlightenment. Indeed, the bhoomisparsha mudra (gesture) of His hand is rich with meaning.
The finesse of the silhouette makes this work of art a great aesthetic investment for your space. Its monotone adds to the aura of profound contemplation. Note the precise carve of the petals on His lotus pedestal and the handsome features of His princely countenance. Long, slender ears and a mass of gathered curls frame the sage’s face.
These paisleys are knotted from the endemic resham (silk) produced in the region. It is a process done entirely by hand, the skill for which is to be found almost exclusively in Kashmir. A limited colour palette of two, perhaps three, basic pastels and an intense texture characterise this knotted paisleys rug. The quality is such as to last generations of your family - in fact, this one-of-a-kind rug is just the thing to become an heirloom. Miniscule paisleys against the ivory strip further hems in the outer panels of multidirectional paisleys. Note how the dense white tassels along the edge of the rug add an earthy touch to this work of art.
This uniquely-shaped ring is eye-catching with its crown of amethyst beads linked at the top, creating an ""explosion"" of vibrant purple. Amethyst is known for its positive healing properties and ability to dispel negative emotions. This ring is 10mm in height and weighs 16 grams.
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In keeping with her social status, she is dressed in a lehenga of green and ivory silk with ample proportion of brocade on it. Her shringar is flawless - maangtika and headband, nosering and jhumke (chunky Indian danglers), necklaces and amulets and anklets, and a world of rings on her fingers and toes. From the fashionable cut of her choli to the jewels studded on her gold ornaments, she is clearly a woman of domestic clout.
Zoom in on that unusual face, the flattering lines having emerged from the fulness of youth and maternity. Her eyes are large, of a deep brown colour. An intelligent brow set against a seductive mouth. The hookah in her hand is a symbol of her power and place within the socio-domestic realm, and it is in that bhoga that such a gorgeous woman whiles away her days.
Elegance of an attire does not come from how heavy it is, rather how efficiently that heaviness is executed on a piece of cloth. This zari embroidered salwar kameez is a perfect example of an elegant party wear attire that can be worn in major functions like marriage or engagement by bride’s sister or by bride herself in any of other functions. The long kameez is woven on an art silk textile having a high round neck decorated with triple layered zari border in whitish-silver; kameez takes the body shape till the waist and below that it falls in perfectly pleated flairs at an almost (little above the knee) knee length; it is embroidered lavishly from top to bottom in exquisite floral designs in a systematic and neat pattern.
Further beautified with charming zari motifs on the double layered net bell sleeves and interesting borders to define the beauty. Gaze down at the stylized and sophisticated lehenga reaching upto the ankle in silk and net, covered with similar motifs and a thin border at the base. No suit is complete without a dupatta; the one here is accompanied with a dupatta having floral zari embroidered bootis spread all around and a thin golden border. We at Exotic India provide you with a multiple color choice of light pink, sea green, bright yellow and peach for this splendid textile in the best affordable price.
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