Master Art Padmavati As Lakshmi On Throne Statue 20" Brass Jai God Hindu 14.24KG

Description

This excellent brass-cast represents Devi Padmavati in characteristic Orissa style, an art tradition which always sought its strength in its folk art forms, elements, symbols and vivacity. The prabhavali, or the fire-arch, enshrining the deity is a common feature in both Orissa and South Indian art but the Shrimukha or Kirtimukha of the type, as it is seen in this statue, is more akin to Orissa tradition. In classical Orissa iconography, figures are somewhat heavily built. Anatomy is well proportioned, but with features defined only broadly, the contours lose their significance. Though the faces are usually rounded, or with an oval thrust, appear to be semi-rounded, yet a kind of broadness, not only of faces but also of other features, mitigate their aesthetics. In characteristic Orissa tradition, the belly of the figure protrudes out of proportion. The lotus motifs, used for comprising deity's seat, rise spirally like 'shakharas' of a temple and the deity image seems to ride on them. A floral motif tops the pointed end of each lotus, which crests it like a finial on temple's shikhara. In Orissa tradition, whether of art or textile, such temple motifs are in great prevalence.
Specifications
Item              :   God Pamavati
Material        :    Brass Statue
Size              :   20 inch X 10.5 inch X 6.7 inch
Weight          :   14.24 Kg(Approx)