Worship of Ganesha has transcended the frontiers of India and a large number of his images are known from various countries e.g. Indonesia. Indonesian artists were not slaves of tradition and convention but also made innovations to create interesting examples. Made in brass, this mask of Ganesha is unique in the influence of Indian art on Indonesian. An ardhachandra kapala adorning the headdress of the god is a very common feature of the Indonesian Ganesha. This ornament is usually affixed in front of the crown. The forehead is adorned with a beaded string. The thick and heavy trunk falls straight and then turns left. The long and slim tusks are both intact, contrary to the Indian iconic image where one tusk is broken. Popular tales of Indonesia maintain that the large ears, which Ganesha waves to and fro, represent the winnowing away of obstacles being faced by the devotees and are also indicative of wisdom. Here the ears are stylized, a rather unusual treatment. As a rule, the image of Ganesha has two eyes but when invoked in Tantrik dhyanas, he has a third eye. In this image, he has two small eyes and the third eye set obliquely on the forehead is long and narrow, flame shaped and in high relief.
A very attractive mask of the auspicious deity, which could adorn the front door of a house welcoming positive energies.
This description by Renu Rana.
Of Related Interest:
Book: Spiritual India Ganesha
Comic Book: The Sons of Shiva
Jewelry: Ganesha Sitting on OM
Dolls: Twelve inch high sitting Ganesha Doll
Textiles: Shri Ganeshai Namah Prayer Shawl
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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