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3" Small Vastu Tortoise | Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) | Panchaloha Bronze from Swamimalai

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Specifications
DDP755
Bronze Statue
Height: 1.5 inch
Width: 3.2 inch
Depth: 2 inch
Weight 250 gm
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Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
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A Symbol of Cosmic Balance

The tortoise, an ancient symbol revered across cultures, embodies longevity, stability, and protection. Its slow and steady nature is a reminder of the importance of perseverance and patience in navigating life's journey. In many traditions, the tortoise is seen as a microcosm of the universe, with its domed shell representing the sky and its flat underside representing the earth. This beautiful bronze statue encapsulates these qualities, serving as a potent reminder of the interconnectedness of all things and the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.

The Kurma Avatar and Vastu Shastra

In Hindu mythology, the tortoise takes on an even grander role as the Kurma Avatar of Lord Vishnu. During the churning of the cosmic ocean (Samudra Manthan), Kurma provided a stable base for the Mandara mountain, allowing the gods and demons to extract the nectar of immortality. This association with stability and support makes the tortoise a powerful symbol in Vastu Shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture and placement. According to Vastu principles, placing a tortoise in your home or workplace can promote positive energy, balance the environment, and attract good fortune. This exquisite bronze tortoise is specifically crafted to align with these principles, making it an ideal addition to any space seeking harmony and prosperity.

Madhuchista Vidhana: Crafting Timeless Art

This small but significant sculpture has been created using the Madhuchista Vidhana, also known as the Lost-Wax process, an ancient and intricate method of bronze casting. This technique involves creating a wax model of the sculpture, encasing it in clay, and then melting out the wax to create a mold. Molten bronze is then poured into the mold, and once cooled, the clay is broken away to reveal the finished sculpture. This method, perfected over centuries in Swamimalai, a town renowned for its bronze artisans, ensures that each piece is unique and imbued with the skill and dedication of the craftspeople.

Panchaloha: The Sacred Alloy

This tortoise is crafted from Panchaloha, a traditional five-metal alloy held sacred in Hinduism. Typically composed of copper, zinc, silver, gold, and iron, Panchaloha is believed to enhance the spiritual properties of the sculpture and act as a conduit for positive energy. Each metal contributes its unique qualities: gold for prosperity, silver for wisdom, copper for energy, zinc for well-being, and iron for strength. This combination of metals not only adds to the aesthetic appeal of the tortoise but also amplifies its beneficial effects, making it a potent symbol of protection and good fortune.
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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