Ramayana- the epic saga of Sri Rama who serves as a guiding light in the darkness of Kaliyuga for innumerable beings is hailed worldwide for its divine literary and spiritual character. With its rendition and translations, artistic depictions and folk interpretations seeped deeply into India’s contemporary cultural fabric, this ancient text has been rightly designated as the “language of India”, alongside the second epic- Mahabharata. Commemorating the great sage behind the divinely monumental text of Ramayana and formulation of the first Sanskrit shloka in a poetic meter, this large brass statue presents Maharishi (the great sage) Valmiki, also known as “Adi Kavi” (the first poet), holding his stylus and manuscript, in a superb artistic celebration of the moment when Rama-Katha (story of Sri Rama) was penned for the first time.
Maharishi Valmiki was a mighty sage residing in his hermitage and walking the path to achieving supreme wisdom. According to the Baala Kaanda (the first section of Ramayana), he was once visited by Devarishi Narada, in conversing with whom, Valmiki inquired about the most exemplary being on earth. Narada Muni, who was bestowed his knowledge by Lord Brahma himself, revealed to Maharishi Valmiki, the glory of Sri Rama, who is the embodiment of human and divine virtues in Triloka (three realms). Narada narrated the story of Ramachandra’s birth, his life as the prince of Ayodhya, his prowess as the greatest warrior, his union with Maa Sita, the Vana-gaman (going to the forest), encounters with Ravana’s evil powers, and the ultimate victory of Sri Rama over the king of Lanka. One day, already enriched by the virtuous and poignant life story of Sri Rama, Maharishi Valmiki was on the banks of river Tamasa, where he witnessed the hunt of two Kroncha (Sarasa) birds. Upon seeing the pain of one of them on the demise of the other, a deeply moved Valmiki uttered a rebuke to the hunter, a statement that he observed had a lyrical character. The linguistic uniqueness and poetic expression of his grief interested the intellectual abilities of Maharishi Valmiki, who wondered at his innovation, until he was paid a visit by Bhagwan Brahma, the creator of the Universe and the origin of creativity.
Lord Brahma guided Maharishi Valmiki on the true purpose of his utterance. He handed him the herculean task of creating the first literary work in the language of the Gods or Devabhasha, Sanskrit. Not only was Valmiki conferred with the details of Sri Rama’s illustrious life, but he was also endowed with “Divya Drishti” (divine vision), which revealed the episodes of Sri Rama’s life, along with the expressions, thoughts, and emotions of all those who played a part in the Lila (divine play) of Sri Rama. This life-size brass Maharishi Valmiki statue stunningly recreates the moments, when the great sage through his Divya-Drishti, was relishing in the illuminating experience of envisioning the Sri Rama-Katha.
With his long matted hair neatly tied in a Jata and his eyes wide-opened, as if fixated on the horizon, this brass Maharishi Valmiki statue is an animated yet sublime representation of the Adi Kavi. Holiness flows from the radiant statue, befitting the stature of Maharishi Valmiki. The sage is depicted wearing the garb of an ascetic and seated on a simple square base. Devoid of any ornamentation or intricate detailing, the spiritual atmosphere that this brass sage Valmiki idol carries emerges from the exceptional task undertaken by Maharishi as the medium, who received and eulogized the divinity of Sri Rama, for eternity.
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.
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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