Jaipur wood is famous for its elegant color, smooth texture and refinement; it is used popularly for making sculptures, furniture etc, as it gives a vibrant and soothing look. Ganesha here sits in his usual posture on a stylized lotus pedestal, carved elegantly with the multi-layered leaves that bloom in extreme happiness. He is the supreme deity worshipped popularly in Hindu pantheon with a nature of removing obstacles for a happy and prosperous life.
Garbed in a beautiful ankle length dhoti of a thin border along with flower motifs scribbled all over and a stole decorated in check patterns hang across his shoulders. Zoom in to applaud the alluring thick flower garland that hangs around his neck and settles on his portly belly. Ornamented enchantingly, Ganesha holds his wonderous carved weapons in his rear hands, while the left anterior hand carries a laddoo and right anterior is postured in abhaya mudra scored by a symbol of om on it.
The distinctive ethnic carvings of the flower haloed crown that glorifies on his head highlights sculptor’s extreme knowledge and precision of his skills. The long-striated trunk Is carved in a lifelike gesture along with the auspicious symbol of om that is enclosed between the pair of intense eyes. The flappy ears are sculpted in the most enticing manner, complementing to that of his dhoti. The aura of this lord spreads vibes of positivity, happiness, divinity and beauty.
How to care for Wood Statues?
Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.
It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.
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