10" Wooden Dancing Lord Shiva Statue

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Name: 10" Wooden Dancing Lord Shiva Statue
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA854
Price: 600.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Nataraj embodies the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva, a divine spectacle that signifies the dissolution of an exhausted universe, making way for the cosmic cycle of creation orchestrated by Lord Brahma. This dance, called Tandava, is a dynamic representation of five essential aspects of eternal energy: creation, preservation, destruction, illusion, and liberation. The Nataraj statue portrays Shiva in his Tandava dance, elegantly poised before a fiery arch, triumphantly crushing a dwarf-like demon named Apasmarapurusa atop a lotus pedestal.

Adorning his diadem is the crescent moon, while the goddess Ganga graces his locks. Unique earrings accentuate his ears – a water creature, Makara, on the right, and a circular adornment reminiscent of women's earrings on the left. The portrayal captures the divine power and intricate symbolism of this cosmic dance.

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Specifications

	CAA854
	Wood
	10 inch Height X 5.5 inch Width X 2.6 inch Depth
	Weight 520 gm

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The Cosmic Dancer's Divine Movement

This exquisite wooden statue captures the essence of Lord Shiva in his most dynamic form, the Nataraja, the Lord of Dance. Each curve and contour of the intricately carved wood evokes the sheer energy and power of the cosmic dance, known as the Tandava. The dance is not merely a performance but a profound expression of creation, preservation, and destruction, the eternal cycle of the universe. In Hindu cosmology, Shiva's dance is believed to be the source of all movement and rhythm in the cosmos, pulsating through every atom.

A Symphony of Divine Attributes

The artist has meticulously rendered the multi-armed deity, each hand conveying a specific gesture (mudra) and holding an important symbolic object. His raised upper hands often hold an axe and a flame, representing his destructive and creative powers respectively. The snake coiled around his neck, a common depiction of Vasuki, signifies his mastery over ego and illusion, as well as his connection to the primal forces of nature. The serene yet fierce expression on his face, coupled with the third eye emblazoned on his forehead, speaks of his omniscience and transcendence. The vibrant, aged finish adds a layer of depth and historical reverence to this sacred representation.

Echoes of Myth and Tradition

In the ancient texts, Shiva's Tandava is described as the dance that rhythmically destroys the universe to create it anew. It is a dance of liberation, dispelling ignorance and bringing forth spiritual enlightenment. This particular posture, often referred to as the *Ananda Tandava* or "Dance of Bliss," embodies the joy and exuberance of this cosmic activity. The act of carving such a figure is itself a meditative practice for the artisan, seeking to channel the divine energy of Shiva into the wood, creating a conduit for devotion and contemplation for the viewer. This piece, crafted in Nepal, carries with it the rich artistic heritage and deep spiritual traditions of the Himalayan region.

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