This wooden wall hanging presents Goddess Kali as envisioned in Kerala’s ritual sculpture tradition. Devi's face is framed by a distinctive crown, rising in layered, rhythmic tiers that echo temple ornamentation and ceremonial headgear worn in sacred performances. The crown acts as both a marker of sovereignty and a visual anchor, drawing the eye directly to her vivid, living countenance.
Her wide, unblinking eyes, exposed fangs, and firm mouth convey an intensity that feels immediate, as though one is witnessing the goddess in the fullness of her glory. The green tone of her skin, characteristic of regional iconography, signals vitality and protective force rather than fear, while lending the face a charged presence. Elephant and lion forms appear as earrings, symbols of strength, authority, and royal power, reinforcing Kali’s role as an unparalleled force.
Encircling her head is a dramatic halo of coiling serpents, meticulously carved and arranged in a radiating arc. These serpents form a living aureole, representing primal energy, renewal, and Kali’s mastery over time and dissolution. Their repeated forms create movement and rhythm, giving the sculpture a sense of pulse and breath.
Rich colours and precise carving work together to animate the wood, transforming it into a devotional image that feels alert and watchful. Designed as a wall-mounted piece, this sculpture carries the intensity of temple iconography into the domestic or sacred space.
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