8'' Butter Krishna | Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) | Panchaloha Bronze from Swamimalai

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Name: 8'' Butter Krishna | Madhuchista Vidhana (Lost-Wax) | Panchaloha Bronze from Swamimalai
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: PHC292
Price: 545.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$627

Includes any tariffs and taxes

One of the most mischievous and lovable gods of the Hindu pantheon, Krishna’s lore has manifested several images detailing the various incidents of his life. In this child form or ‘Bala Krishna’ image of the eighth avatar of Vishnu, we see him being the legendary ‘makhan chor’ – stealing and enjoying butter. This form of Krishna is called Navneeta Krishna, and is usually visualised along with the figures of Yashoda and Rohini – as is witnessed in this example of a Tanjore painting that can be bought here.

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Specifications

	PHC292
	Bronze
	8 inch Height X 3 inch Width X 7 inch Depth
	Weight 3.30 kg

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Krishna’s playful image is presented seated on an elliptical or tear-drop shaped lotus pedestal with both his legs kept to one side. The peacock feather is iconic with Krishna, and is seen adorning him at multiple places, from his head to his arms. Of course, what makes this image symbolic of the ‘Navneeta’ variant is Krishna holding the jar of butter against him. In this image, we also see him holding what is possibly a ball of butter in his right hand, taken from the jar. The notion of the butter is highly significant and lyrical in Vaishnavite mythology, for it stands for the ‘atman’ in all of us – and just as we obtain butter from churning milk, it is the sacred objective of every devout Hindu to work towards attaining the union of the ‘atman’ with the ‘brahman.’

Another interesting aspect of this ‘panchaloha’ image seems to be the little bird perched upon Krishna’s left hand. We are perhaps witnessing the expansive knowledge of the ‘sthapati’ in making the zoomorphic image of the sage Shuka – who initially lived his life as a parrot and was only transformed upon the insistence and assurance of Krishnna into his human from.

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.
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Q. Can I return the statue ?

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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.