Shani or Saturn

$155
Item Code: ZK49
Specifications:
Brass Statue
Height: 9 inch
Width: 8 inch
Depth: 2.5 inch
Weight: 2 kg
Handmade
Handmade
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Shipped to 153 countries
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More than 1M+ customers worldwide
This metal-cast horned head bearing a curious look, much like a tribal deity, or children's play-mask, is the representation of the legendary being Shani. It is obviously both, a quaint art piece depicting a tradition and a votive object for rituals. Shani is worshipped not in hope of gaining anything from it but to escape its displeasure and wrath and to keep it in good humour. In European world, too, Shani, by the name of Saturn, has considerable influence on people's life and is as much a part of Western mythology. Recent survey reports from Europe and American countries reveal that ancient Indian solution to various astrological problems is being looked at now in those countries as their absolute rectification.

Shani, the most energetic of all the nine planets that command the twelve zodiac divisions, works wonders both ways but is guided more by its corrosive nature and hence its adverse effects are more pronounced. In texts the mound of gold is said to be Shani's abode but its eye is always downcast looking below into darkness. Its ways are obscure, designs intricate and effects devastating. It devours whatever comes its way and believes in undoing. In a period of thirty months Shani accomplishes its round of the earth and thus its visits across every zodiac division are more frequent and consequently as severer its impact. Shani is said to ride an iron cart which by over-use needs frequent lubricating. Hence, in offerings made to it Shani prefers oil. Shani is basically an inauspicious planet tremendously harming its subjects when passing through its mean phase but uplifting them as much in its positive phase. Alike, Shani, once appeased by worship, endows with unprecedented bliss.

This rocket type designed head of Shani is highly symbolic. It has an upward thrust and when shooting, it goes on piercing by its pointed horns all that comes its way. Incidentally, it consists of three 'trishulas', or the tridents - an inverted one on its top, another one created by its horns and the third one suspending from his neck, that is, Shani hits its target, in simultaneity, at three points affecting 'three pains', the 'shulas'. Threaded and intricately textured head defines the character, method and ways of Shani and the dark recesses set within its links with darkness. This texture symbolises that its mind is Evil's abode. The brilliance on its face suggests that it draws its power from sun. It has excessively protruded eyes, which depict its wrathful temperament.

Mythologically Shani was one of the three sons of Martanda, or Surya by Chhaya, or Darkness. He had genesis of both, Sun and Darkness. One gave him brilliance and energy and the other an ill mind discovering delight in others' misery. He hence harassed all, even his own brothers. Finally to get rid of him Surya allocated to him a place amongst planets. He appeased Shiva who nominated him as planets' chief and commanded him to grant happiness and prosperity to them who worshipped him. Numerous legends are attributed to Shani. One related to Dasharatha is more popular. Shani grabbed Rohini which caused great famine in Ayodhya. For its release Dasharatha attacked Shani but got defeated by him. He then worshipped and appeased Shani.

This description by Prof. P.C. Jain and Dr Daljeet. Prof. Jain specializes on the aesthetics of ancient Indian literature. Dr Daljeet is the chief curator of the Visual Arts Gallery at the National Museum of India, New Delhi. They have both collaborated on numerous books on Indian art and culture.


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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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