A decorative niche forms the backdrop of this sculpture. It is enhanced by a symbolic adornment known as the Simha-Mukha. Below that, a group of five snakes form a canopy over the image of Durga. Durga here is portrayed as an exquisite youthful figure with an alluring body. Her powers are represented by her multiple arms bearing numerous weapons. Standing in tribhanga posture, she resembles a yakshi in a dancing pose. Her right leg is gracefully placed on the beheaded body of the buffalo, out of which emerges the demon Mahisa. The chopped head of the animal almost falls off the pedestal. The goddess holds the punitive demon by the hair, pulling him out of the beast's body, in order to rout him.
The round pedestal on which the image of Durga stands is again placed on a multi-layered square stand increasing in size as it touches the base. The entire niche in the background is detachable with two smooth grooves to hold the exterior. It can be removed to lessen the ostentatious effect, if so desired.
This description by Renu Rana.
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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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