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36" Large Superfine Goddess Varahi In White Marble

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Varahi, a supremely powerful Tantric goddess is one of the Sapt-Matrikas, seven mother goddesses who accompany goddess Durga to the battlefield as per Shakta tradition. The sow-faced goddess is considered a mighty incarnation of the divine mother and the counterpart of Vishnu’s Varaha avatar. In the Tantric traditions, she is often described as a warrior but for her children, she takes the form of an affectionate mother whose love is as pure as the snowy white moon. In this form, she is the bestower of mental and spiritual strength. Shweta (literally white) Varahi, the satvik or pure form of the goddess is evoked in times of peace when instead of victories over the enemy outside, the devotee seeks to conquer her inner adversaries. 

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Item Code: ZEQ894
Specifications:
White Marble Statue
Height: 37 inch
Width: 24 inch
Depth: 12 inch
Weight: 168 kg
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Presented on this page is the most tranquil and beautiful marble stone idol of Shweta Varahi, sitting on a full-bloomed white lotus, in the pose of royalty- Lalitasana. On her head is placed a royal mukut (crown) embellished with golden floral patterns and the crescent moon. The moon represents a person’s emotional domain, which is protected by the great goddess from all worldly turmoil.  The forehead of the goddess is decorated by a singular red dot or Bindi, emphasizing her auspiciousness. Her sharpened tusks are replaced with much smaller and gold-tinted bumps peeping from her mouth, signifying her distance from the violence of the battlefield and proximity to the Satvik (pure) elements. Her earrings are comparable to two drops of gold dangling from her fan-shaped ears, matched with two gold necklaces and a Mauktik mala (necklace made by strings of pearls). Varahi in this particular murti has eight arms in which she bears- Ankush (goad), Hala (plough), chakra (discus), shankha (conch), danda (staff), and paash (noose). With her main left hand in the Varada mudra, she gives boons to her devotees while her right hand is raised in the gesture of fearlessness (Abhaya Mudra).


All her hands are decked with gold rings, bangles, and auspicious motifs in bright red color. Shweta Varahi is wrapped in a white sari with a golden border secured at her waist with a gold Katibandha (waistband). The pleats of her moon-white sari tucked under her right leg form a lovely pattern similar to the petals of a gorgeous white flower. Dressed in white and wearing fineries of gold from head to toe the goddess in this marble murti appears to be the ideal vision of purity. One glance at the animate eyes of the Devi will calm your mind, liberating it from all its plights. Varahi is related to the Agya chakra, the sixth principle chakra in our body, more commonly known as the third eye. In her Roopa as Shweta Varahi, the boundless mother goddess represented in this brilliant white marble statue guides her devotees through blinding darkness, into the light of self-awareness.  



How to clean and maintain marble statues?


Marble has been a preferred material for sculptors and artists for more than a thousand years. It is a rock that undergoes metamorphism which causes recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in various colors, designs, and dimensions. Pure white marble is the most preferred type of marble for making sculptures and statues since time immemorial. White marble is especially used for sculpting stone monumental sculptures since ancient times. The natural shine and luster of the carbonate crystals of white marble give a lavish and beautiful appearance to the statue.

 

Marble stone statues are highly durable and can even withstand harsh weather conditions without getting corroded, therefore, they can be kept indoors or outdoors without getting damaged or weathered. Although these statues can last for many decades, their regular care and cleaning are essential to increase their longevity and beautiful appearance.


  • The simplest and basic way of cleaning a marble stone statue is to clear away dirt accumulated on the surface. Outdoor statues are especially prone to biological growth and dirt build-up that may take away their natural beauty. You may rinse the statue with warm water and mild soap to clean the dirt as much as possible. You can use a sponge or cotton cloth to scrape off dirt accumulated in crevices and cracks.

 

  • You must never allow water to stand on the surface of the statue for a long time. Standing water gets absorbed by the marble’s porous surface which results in its discoloration. Therefore, it is always recommended to dry-clean the statue with a towel or damp cloth.

 

  • Applying beeswax, a non-toxic product, on the surface of the marble statue offers protection against staining, dirt, and pollutants. It also polishes the surface and gives a natural shine to the statue.

 

Marble statues need periodical cleaning to maintain their flawless look. However, harsh and deep cleaning can result in making the statue look dull. If your marble statue is withering away, it is recommended to take the help of a professional cleaner. Marble is a delicate material and therefore needs proper care.

Marble Mastery Unveiled: The Artisan's Symphony in Sculpting Timeless Beauty

Marble is a soft and delicate metamorphic rock derived from limestone. It is composed mainly of recrystallized carbonate minerals. The appealing appearance of marble gives rise to the making of beautiful sculptures and statues. Jaipur city of Rajasthan, India, is considered the capital of marble carving where various marble idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are made. These magnificent statues are carved by skilled sculptors out of the purest white marble. The slight softness of white marble makes it easier to be carved and chiseled into any desirable form or shape. Another impressive feature of marble is that the calcite has a low refractive index that allows light to penetrate the stone before getting scattered out. This results in bringing a translucent appearance and luster to the marble sculpture. This is the reason why most sculptors prefer to work with marble for sculpting life-size statues that require intricate details, evoking a certain realism to the work.

There is a detailed or step-by-step process of developing the desired structure of a sculpture from marble stone. These steps are:

1. Clay mould

Most sculptors prefer to sculpt a preliminary model out of clay or wax to translate its complex and intricate details into the final stone sculpture with the use of calipers or a pointing machine. The plasticity of the clay mould helps sculptors capture the success of the final sculpture before carving the stone. The clay is moulded into the desired shape or form and this acts as a rough
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2. Roughing out

The second step of carving or sculpting is to remove large portions of unwanted marble stone. This task is done by using a special tool known as a point chisel. The pointed end of this tool is useful for splitting the large stone and removing big chunks that are not wanted. Usually, a mallet (a tool similar to a hammer) is used to transfer energy through the chisel to shatter the stone evenly and accurately.
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3. Refining the figure

Once the sculptors have determined the general shape of the sculpture, a toothed chisel or claw chisel is used to refine the stone. These tools create parallel lines in the stone to add texture to the figure. During this stage, the rough block of stone has now changed into the general shape of the sculpture.
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4. Adding the details

The sculptor is now ready to carry out detailed work to develop a more refined form of the sculpture. Tools such as rasps and rifflers are then used to enhance the shape into its final form. These tools finely create details such as frills or folds of clothing or locks of hair.
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5. Polishing

This is the last step in marble sculpting in which the sculptor uses materials such as sandpaper to bring out a natural sheen to the sculpture. The sandpaper is rubbed against the surface to make it smoother and flawless. Sometimes, tin oxide is also used to make the sculpture appear glossy and more translucent.
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Marble sculptures are highly durable and can last for many decades if maintained and taken care of properly. They are also extremely weather-resistant and therefore, can be kept outdoors or indoors. The exquisite beauty of marble statues elevates the aura of the space and emanates positivity all around.
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