Indian God Sculptures- Shiva's Metal Statue

Metal indian god sculptureStatue Description


Material: South Indian Lost wax method BronzeHeight: 12 inchesBase: 4 x 3 inchesWeight: 3.18 KgPrice: $320.00 
This bronze sculpture is hand cast by the artists of south India. There
are 108 karanas or poses of Lord Shiva's Tandava dance. Shiva holds in
his hand agni or fire as well as a dhamru or drum. Shiva's other two
hands are left free performing his dance posture. He is clothed in a
simple lion cloth, necklaces and assorted jewelry.  His head dress has
a small crescent moon as well as a miniature version of the goddess
Ganga. He has a small bell wrapped around his right calf. The overall
detail for a smaller piece is very intricate as each finger and jewel
is individually carved with care.The Story Behind the Wild Tandava:  Kali was the patron goddess
of Thillai Forest. Lord Shiva came to the forest to dance for two of
his devotees, Patanjali and Vyaaghrapaada who worshipped the
svayambhu-linga, now in the inner sanctum of the temple. Kali
challenged Shiva to a dancing contest on the condition that the loser
had to leave the forest. The contest was judged by Lord Vishnu. The
dance contest went on for hours with every one of Shiva's dance
postures being matched by Kali. Shiva performed a posture with his left
leg lifted over his head in the Ananda Thandavam exposing his genital
area. Kali, being a respectable woman, was unable to go into this
compromising position. Thus, Kali admitted defeat and left the forest.Care:  The piece can be used both indoors and outdoors. Dust the
piece regularly. If you would like the piece to shine use a cotton
cloth with some coconut oil or other natural oil to wipe down the
statue.