11" Green Stone Conch (Shankh) with Intricate Carvings

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Name: 11" Green Stone Conch (Shankh) with Intricate Carvings
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: DDQ325
Price: 750.00 USD
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Specifications

	DDQ325
	Green Stone Statue from Orissa
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 6 inch
	Weight 4.95 kg

About the Item

Features an 11-inch green stone conch shell (shankh), imbued with spiritual significance.
Adorned with detailed relief carvings and small sculpted medallions depicting figures.
Crafted using traditional Orissan stone carving techniques, known for intricate artistry.
Represents auspicious beginnings and is traditionally used in religious ceremonies and rituals.
Its resonant sound is believed to purify the environment and invoke blessings.
An ideal piece for enhancing meditation spaces, altars, or as a striking home decor accent.

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100% Handmade

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MADE IN INDIA.

Auspicious Beginnings

The conch shell, or shankh, occupies a position of unparalleled significance in Hindu traditions. Beyond its natural beauty, it is revered as a sacred object, its resonant sound believed to purify the environment and invoke divine blessings. The blowing of the shankh marks the beginning of religious ceremonies, festivals, and important rituals, serving as a call to the gods and a symbol of auspicious beginnings. In Hindu mythology, the shankh is closely associated with Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, who is often depicted holding a shankh named Panchajanya. The sound emanating from this divine conch is said to represent the victory of good over evil and the triumph of dharma.

Orissan Craftsmanship

This exquisite piece, crafted from verdant stone in the eastern Indian state of Orissa, is a testament to the region's rich artistic heritage. Orissan artisans have long been renowned for their skill in stone carving, a tradition deeply rooted in the construction of magnificent temples such as the Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Konark Sun Temple. The intricate carvings that adorn the surface of this shankh reflect the meticulous attention to detail and artistic mastery of Orissan craftsmen. The choice of green stone further enhances its symbolic value, as green is often associated with prosperity, growth, and harmony in Indian culture. The detailed artwork transforms this conch into a sculptural piece of art.

Deities in Relief

Note the intricate detailing on the shankh. Several circular medallions are visible on the shankh, and on closer examination they are carved in relief. These are figures of deities that provide added beauty and auspiciousness to the piece.

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