The beautifully executed sculpture, depicting Vishnu and His Consort Laxmi seated on a Naga coil under the seven hoods of the serpent deity is a master creation. Vishnu and Laxmi are in sukhasana (relaxed posture) and the figures carved out of soft stones reflect a deeper sense of satisfaction and happiness. Goddess Laxmi is also holding a vessel on her left hand that is symbolic of wealth and fortune.
The short and stout figure of Lord Hanuman, the greatest devotee of Lord Ramchandra is being carved out of brass in a most exquisite manner and the figure reveals some gracefulness and nice carvings on it. The headgear, the eyes, the face, the cheeks all have been detailed out in a most striking manner. He is shown blessing his disciples with his one hand. The depth of His devotion towards His Lord is manifest in the beautiful figure.
Lord of the hearts and “remover of obstacles” Lord Ganesha or ganpati holding bowl of laddoos in a hand,this beautiful sculpture of the Elephant God is carved out from a single block of black marble from Rajasthan,a splendid masterpiece with deft carving is a fine examplary of age old Indian craftsmenship. Bangles,armlets,anklets bracelets,earrings and necklaces.... the whole Ganesha figure is embellished with heavy ornamentation work,the waist is surrounded by heavily jewelled belt,the study of anatomy is remarcable,the broad shoulders ,pot belly covered by long necklaces,flexible fingures and nails with a minute detail is noticable,not a single part of the statue is overlooked by the sculptor. With a slight bend in his right leg the great son of the Lord Shiva and Parvati is standing here in a relaxed manner to bless his devotees.
The thoughtful posture of Lord Ganesha has been carved out of wood in a careful manner. One of the most revered and respected gods in Hinduism, Ganesha is the lord of wisdom and knowledge. He is in a pensive mood thinking about the well-beings of his disciples.
The beautiful image of Kali killing the demon Mahishasur in being given a detail and refine treatment. The goddess is depicted with her eight hands and each hand is carrying different weapons. The demon and the lion are also beautifully painted. Patachitra as an art form originated in the eastern state of Orissa. Derived from the Sanskrit words patta (a piece of cloth), chitra (painting or picture), Patachitra is a folk art form drawn on a piece of silk, cotton or any other fabric, portraying traditional motifs and imageries of religion and society. The concept of painting on specially treated cloth (pattas) originated as a ritual; elements of folk art and craft characterise each finely executed Patachitra. Over the years, it has developed into a distinct school of art.
The goddess of prowess, Devi Durga has been given a royal treatment in the brass image. She is being shown killing the demon Mahishasur. A symbol of strength and power, she is the creation of the divine and accumulated powers of all the gods. The gods bestowed their energy on her to kill the demon who wrought havoc in heaven. Her eight hands are holding different weapons and her face reveals a ferocious look.
The heavily ornate figure of child Krishna depicts an artistic excellence of brass sculpture. Krishna was fond of sweets and he is shown crawling with laddoo in one hand. Whereas the upper part of the body is heavily covered with precious ornaments and headgear, the lower portion is left unadorned. Prominent eyes, sharp nose, clear eye-brows, smoothness of the legs, the ornaments --- all have been given an artistic treatment.
One of the most popular deities in Hinduism, Ganesha has been chiseled out by the sculptor in a most beautiful manner. Crafted on the Dhokra form of sculpture, the figure reveals the basic tenets of the tribal Dhokra form of sculpture popular in parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhatttisgarh, West Bengal and Orissa. The ancient form of sculpture has been carrying the age-old traditions, beliefs of the tribals. Crafted in the lost wax method, the figure is a testimony of the hard life styles the tribals have to follow.
Lord Krishna is one of the most important deity in Hinduism and he is widely worshipped by the Hindus across the globe. Here the lord is playing his flute creating an immortal tune of love and piety. This beautiful work is crafted with the ancient dhokra technique, a laborious lost wax process practiced in north Indian region of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa. In this technique, first a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun. Then it is covered with beeswax and more clay and a mold is formed. The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun. Finally, it is heated in the ground for five days and polished.
