18" Goddess Padmavati In Brass | Handmade | Made In India

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This four-armed divine image cast in brass carrying lotuses in upper hands and holding the lower right in ‘abhaya’, and left, in ‘varada’, represents Padmavati, venerated in South Indian Vaishnavism as the goddess of riches, prosperity, abundance, and fertility and accomplishment. Though more versatile, independent, and widely worshipped and attributed to a personality of her own Padmavati is considered a form of Lakshmi or Shri and as Lord Vishnu’s consort. Unlike Lakshmi who rarely has independent shrines dedicated to her and is not in independent worship except occasionally, a larger proportion of Padmavati imagery is votive and the goddess has dedicated to her many independent shrines.

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Item Code: ZCT16
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Brass Statue
Height: 18.5 inch
Width: 7 inch
Depth: 6.3 inch
Weight: 9.28 kg
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In South Indian tradition in the matter of emergence, Padmavati had preceded Vishnu, and hence in South Indian worship cult she sometimes seems to have priority over her consort Vishnu.


The modeling of the goddess’s image is different from the imagery of the goddess Lakshmi. The ‘tri-bala’ – three-curves, the figure has been dramatized with, and the rhythm which a posture of dance has infused into her being, attribute to this image of the goddess romantic twist, something that could hardly be an aspect of Lakshmi’s iconography: Vishnu’s humble consort. The infusion of dance as an essential element of divine and celestial imagery has been the most outstanding feature of South Indian bronzes and metal casts right since the days of early Chola rulers and has continued ever since. The carefree casualness that is revealed in the posture of the goddess, protruded hip, subdued belly, and the figure’s upper part bent with the weight and volume of her breasts, are so characteristic of South Indian iconographic norms.


Such distinction in her anatomy, basic nature, and worship cult apart, an abundance of lotus motifs is yet another essential feature of Padmavati’s iconography that this image abounds. Besides a lotus pedestal, almost like divine standards, as if meant to reveal her identity, she is carrying in both upper hands two large size lotuses, half bloom – suggestive of past that which has occurred, and the other half yet to sprout – suggestive of the ‘unrevealed’ that which awaits to happen, and it is in the lotus – the present, that both states reveal one seeking in it its termination, and other, its emergence. Not merely an attribute associated with her, the lotus represents earth, ocean, and sky – the entire cosmos, also defines Padmavati’s essence: her form and intrinsic being. She sprouts lotus-like within a devotee’s heart, and the lotus forms on the palms of her hands define her body texture.


A brilliantly ornamented metal cast – a tall Vaishnava crown with a helmet-type apex in typical South Indian iconographic tradition, lavish and gorgeous ornaments – frilled waistband, necklaces, ear-ornaments and arms bands in particular, beautifully turned and conceived sash-ends, and artistically pleated ‘antariya’ – lower wear, the statue is one of the finest examples of South Indian sculptural art, a cult of image-cast and decorating it matured over centuries. A perfect specimen of South Indian sculptural art, whatever its medium, metal, wood, stone, or any, this image of the goddess has the same maturity of form as its early masterpieces. It has the same well-defined sharp features – round face, lotus eyes, arched eye-brows, sharp nose, pointed chin, sensually modeled lips and rounded cheeks, and a balanced figure with absolute anatomical proportions, especially in conceiving breasts, waist and hips and in gesticulating various parts and the entire anatomy.


This description by Prof. P.C. Jain and Dr. Daljeet. Prof. Jain specializes in the aesthetics of literature and is the author of numerous books on Indian art and culture. Dr. Daljeet is the curator of the Miniature Painting Gallery, National Museum, New Delhi. They have both collaborated together on a number of books.



Unveiling the Divine: Exploring the Symbolism and Significance of Lakshmi

Lakshmi Devi is one of the principal Goddesses in Hinduism. In the Vaishnava tradition, especially the Sri Vaishnava Sampradaya, Vishnu and Lakshmi are considered the Supreme or Absolute Truth. Mother Lakshmi is known as the Goddess of fortune who blesses the living entities in the material world with material wealth and prosperity. Our Vedic scriptures mention that Lakshmi Ji is the eternal consort of Lord Vishnu who is the Supreme Personality of Godhead. He maintains and controls everything in the material and spiritual world. Goddess Lakshmi is also His internal potency and is thus always engaged in the loving devotional service of the Lord in His spiritual abode Vaikuntha, a place where there is no misery.

The transcendental form of Mother Lakshmi is extremely beautiful. She is the emblem of beauty and mercy. She sees every individual soul as her own child and whoever approaches her with faith and devotion, certainly gets the mercy of Lakshmi Devi. She is often depicted wearing a red saree and holding different items in her four arms. She holds a lotus flower in each of her two upper arms. With one of her lower hands, she holds a pot full of gold coins (representing wealth) while the other hand stays in a mudra that signifies charity.
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Can we keep a Lakshmi statue at home?

As stated earlier, Lakshmi Ji bestows good fortune upon her devotees and takes care of them. She is full of compassion and therefore accepts anyone who comes to her even with ulterior motives. However, she not only gives material wealth to her devotees but those who approach her to know the real goal of human life or to know about the Absolute Truth, she blesses them with spiritual wealth (wisdom and mercy) by which they can come to a higher platform and consciousness. Thus, it is only by the mercy of Goddess Lakshmi that a living entity starts its spiritual journey toward Lord Vishnu.

If you want to attract this special mercy, you can keep the deity of Goddess Lakshmi at your home and worship her every day with an attitude of surrender. By doing so, you will develop a personal relationship with her and you will be able to experience transcendental happiness.
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Which Lakshmi idol is good for home?

Lakshmi Devi expands herself into eight major forms (Ashta Lakshmi) that are Dhana Lakshmi, Dhanya Lakshmi, Gaja Lakshmi, Sanatana Lakshmi, Dhairya Lakshmi, Vijaya Lakshmi, Vidya Lakshmi, and Aishwarya Lakshmi. You can keep any of the forms of Lakshmi in your home to bring material and spiritual auspiciousness. However, if you want her ultimate mercy, you may keep the deity of Goddess Lakshmi along with her master, Lord Vishnu.
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Which material is good for Lakshmi idol?

The idol or deity of Goddess Lakshmi comes in various materials such as brass, wood, marble, copper, bronze, etc. If you are planning to keep a deity of Lakshmi Devi at your home, the best material would be either brass or marble. Brass is known for its exquisite appearance resembling gold and is also a strong material. Marble is preferred by most people because it lasts longer than any other material.

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.

 

  • The best and simplest way to maintain a brass statue is to clean it at least twice a week using a soft cloth or cotton rag. This will prevent dust from accumulating on the surface. Dusting is especially important for outdoor statues since it is prone to dust accumulation much more than indoors.

 

 

  • To give a natural shine and luster to the statue, you may apply coconut or olive oil using cotton on every portion. You can use a toothbrush to get to the small crevices but do not be too harsh. This will make the brass statue appear fresh and new with a polished look.


  • 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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  • Q. Is the statue hollow or solid ?
    A. Brass statues are made through a process of clay casting, hence are hollow. Whereas, panchaloha bronze statues are made through a process of lost wax casting, hence they are solid.
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