The Nila Vilakkus is the traditional illumination of the temples of Kerala. They take this name, Nila Vilakku, given that their height and columnar design emphasize their significance in providing light to the raised areas. Such lamps are usually made of separable parts embellished with sacred designs that increase their visual splendor and religious value.
Nila Vilakkus are multi-wick oil lamps; most of them are five wicks, circular oil basins without wicks, which offer flexibility. At the top of these lamps is a figure, usually of a peacock, representing blessings from the gods. This brass lamp made in the traditional style of Nila Vilakku is not some decorative art but rather a means of invoking blessings from god, thus filling it with spirituality.
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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