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The most bewildering aspect of Shiva and Parvati in Hindu art and thought is Ardhanarishwara. The half-male, half-female figure emerges time and again as the symbol of the balance of Purusha and Prakriti (male and female principles), whose fission and fusion cause the origin, sustenance, and annihilation of the Creation of Brahma. This beautiful brass statue of Ardhanarishwara presents the deity in a divine iconography.
On a lotus pedestal, Ardhanarishwara stands in a graceful pose, underlining the auspicious bliss of the state. The Jatabhara (ornamentation of locks of hair) of Shiva includes a unique Damru or drum, held by the serpent and studded with a skull. Makara (mythical creature) shaped Kundala adorns the ear of Shiva and a round earring is worn by Parvati, who share exquisite necklaces, Yajnopavita (sacred thread), and waistbelt.
Shiva holds an Ankusha (goad) in one hand and a lotus bud in the other, while Parvati carries a Ketaki flower. The upright stance of Uma on the left is contrasted by the relaxed pose of Shiva, whose leg bends slightly on the knee, underlining the active feminine and inactive masculine energies of Uma-Maheshwara.
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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