This carved head with its iconographical details is based on the canons of Gandharan icons.This image of the transcendent Buddha projects that his enlightened wisdom is directly associated with his goodness and kindness and with his unlimited mercy to all living things. The protuberance of his head is covered with small curls of hair. The eyes are half closed but protruding. The nose is straight, the mouth clearly delineated but not full. The eyebrows are arched and join in the middle of the forehead. The earlobes extend down to his neck.
The portrait head rests on a pink lotus base. The lotus has much importance in the Buddhist pantheon. When the Buddha was born, he took seven steps and immediately lotus flowers sprang up beneath his feet. The Adi Buddha manifested himself in the form of a flame arising from a lotus. The pious lotus pedestal adds to the serene countenance and makes this image worth possessing.
This description by Renu Rana
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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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