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15" Goddess Lajja Gauri | Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) | Panchaloha Bronze from Swamimalai

$1467
$1956
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Specifications
DDR001
Bronze Statue
Height: 15 inch
Width: 11 inch
Depth: 6.5 inch
Weight 20.29 kg
Delivery and Return Policies
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Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
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100% Handmade
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Goddess Embodied

This exquisite bronze statue depicts the revered Goddess Kamakhya, a potent symbol of creative power, desire, and fertility. Seated regally, she emanates an aura of primal energy and profound wisdom. Her open posture represents a generous embrace, inviting devotees into her realm of boundless potential. The lotus blossoms held delicately in each hand are symbolic of purity, enlightenment, and spiritual awakening. The skilled artisans of Swamimalai, known for their mastery in crafting sacred images, have poured their devotion and expertise into this creation. Every curve, every contour, speaks of the Goddess's divine presence. The patina that graces the surface of the bronze tells a story of time, adding to the statue's unique character and enduring appeal.

Kamakhya: A Tale of the Divine Feminine

Kamakhya holds a distinguished place within the Hindu pantheon, revered particularly in the Eastern regions of India. Her temple, located in Assam, is a significant pilgrimage site for Tantric practitioners and devotees of Shakti – the divine feminine energy. Legends surrounding Kamakhya are deeply intertwined with the story of Sati, Lord Shiva's consort. According to mythology, Sati immolated herself after her father, Daksha, insulted Shiva. A grief-stricken Shiva carried Sati's body across the universe. To alleviate Shiva's suffering and to prevent cosmic destruction, Lord Vishnu dismembered Sati’s corpse with his Sudarshana Chakra. The places where her body parts fell became sacred sites known as Shakti Peethas. Kamakhya is believed to be the spot where Sati’s yoni (womb) fell, thus making the temple a potent symbol of female fertility and regenerative power.

Madhuchista Vidhana: The Lost-Wax Tradition

This stunning image was created using the Madhuchista Vidhana, also known as the lost-wax casting technique, a method perfected over centuries by the artisans of South India. This intricate process involves creating a wax model, covering it in clay, melting out the wax, and then pouring molten Panchaloha bronze into the resulting mold. Panchaloha, meaning "five metals," is an alloy traditionally composed of gold, silver, copper, zinc, and iron. The combination of these metals is believed to imbue the statue with divine energy, making it a sacred object suitable for worship and veneration. The process results in a unique piece, a testament to the skill and dedication of the artisan. This particular example showcases the richness of the bronze alloy and highlights the exquisite detailing achieved through the lost-wax method. The statue’s creation is not merely a craft but a sacred act, transforming earthly materials into a divine representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q. Is the statue hollow or solid ?
    A. Panchaloha bronze statues are made through a process of lost wax casting, hence they are solid. To know more about how bronze statues are made, please read our article on Panchaloha Bronze Statues. Whereas, brass statues are made through a process of clay casting, hence are hollow.
  • Q. Can I see the original photo of the product ?
    A. For original pictures of the statue, kindly email us at help@exoticindia.com.
  • Q. Can I return the statue ?
    A. Of course you can return a statue. Returns need to be initiated within seven (7) days after delivery. All returned items must be in new and unused condition, with all original tags and labels attached. To know more about our Return Policy, please visit Return Policy.
  • Q. Can you customise the statue for me ?
    A. For any customisation, a new bronze statue has to be made. To know more, kindly email us at help@exoticindia.com.
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