Lord Kartikeya is an ancient Hindu god of war also named as Murugan, Skanda popularly worshipped in South India, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. He is an embodiment of perfection, commander-in-chief of the celestials and the one created to destroy demons and negative traits in human beings. This Kartikeya marble statue stands in his iconographic standing posture on a pedestal; although carved in usual figurine but its beauty is enhanced by the way it is sculpted in out of a single piece of marble in pure white unfurling an aura of purity, love, divinity and immeasurable charm.
He is garbed in a long dhoti embellished in graceful beads along the legs in horizontal pattern and highlighted by a gold and red border that complements with his divine personality; adorned in a thick necklace of white and gold beads and a long flower garland, Murugan has his left hand resting on dhoti and right holds his decorated weapon spear along with an armour like warrior on his chest. The stone studded beautiful crown glorifies on his golden hair with the mesmerizing lotus eyes and red lips flaunting his essence of worship. The blue, gold and green peacock standing behind this ever-youthful man is his sacred vahana.
This standing marble statue is a great ornamentation to be kept at hall entrances or in temples for worship.
How to clean and maintain marble statues?
Marble has been a preferred material for sculptors and artists for more than a thousand years. It is a rock that undergoes metamorphism which causes recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in various colors, designs, and dimensions. Pure white marble is the most preferred type of marble for making sculptures and statues since time immemorial. White marble is especially used for sculpting stone monumental sculptures since ancient times. The natural shine and luster of the carbonate crystals of white marble give a lavish and beautiful appearance to the statue.
Marble stone statues are highly durable and can even withstand harsh weather conditions without getting corroded, therefore, they can be kept indoors or outdoors without getting damaged or weathered. Although these statues can last for many decades, their regular care and cleaning are essential to increase their longevity and beautiful appearance.
Marble statues need periodical cleaning to maintain their flawless look. However, harsh and deep cleaning can result in making the statue look dull. If your marble statue is withering away, it is recommended to take the help of a professional cleaner. Marble is a delicate material and therefore needs proper care.
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