{"product_id":"engraved-brass-standing-devi-statue","title":"Engraved Brass Standing Devi Statue: The Chola Sovereign","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRooted in the majestic bronze-casting traditions of South India, this slender figure embodies divine grace and cosmic balance. The deeply carved garments invite immediate, tactile exploration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFinish contrast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e A dusty, antiqued verdigris patination settles into the deep carvings, isolating the warm, rubbed brass highlights across the face and shoulders.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosture\/form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e The engraved brass standing Devi statue stands in a graceful \u003ci\u003etribhanga\u003c\/i\u003e (three-bend) pose upon an inverted lotus pedestal.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eKey iconographic attribute:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e One hand rests elegantly along her side in the \u003ci\u003elolahasta\u003c\/i\u003e posture, while the other is raised in \u003ci\u003ekatakamudra\u003c\/i\u003e to gracefully cup a fresh offering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCraftsmanship detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e The artisan has completely enveloped the lower dhoti in a dense, hand-chased botanical lattice, showcasing remarkable control over the cast alloy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry and Iconography of Devi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn the rich tradition of South Indian temple metalwork, Devi—often manifested as Parvati, Sri Devi, or Bhu Devi—is revered as the ultimate mother goddess and the energetic feminine core of the universe. This antique bronze finish Hindu goddess idol captures her in a classical standing posture, embodying both regal beauty and maternal protection. The specific combination of the relaxed \u003ci\u003elolahasta\u003c\/i\u003e and the flower-holding \u003ci\u003ekatakamudra\u003c\/i\u003e identifies her as an attendant consort, traditionally positioned beside the primary temple deity during grand processions. By treating the metal with a distressed, earthy patina and crowning her with a tall \u003ci\u003ekaranda mukuta\u003c\/i\u003e (conical crown), the master metalworker physically grounds the ethereal deity, transforming raw brass into a deeply tactile artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStyling Notes \u0026amp; Home Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosition this towering, slender figure on a raw timber console or a minimalist stone mantel, where ambient light can catch the deeply chased floral patterns of her garments. It serves flawlessly as an engraved brass standing Devi statue for a serene living room display, appealing deeply to design-led collectors who appreciate commanding, culturally resonant metalwork. Measuring exactly 21.0 inches in height, the sculpture shares the approximate vertical stature of a mature indoor snake plant frond, establishing an immediately dominant vertical axis without requiring a wide horizontal footprint. At 5.2 kg, the concentrated mass of the thick cast alloy provides undeniable grounding stability, easily validating its premium nature as a monumental focal point despite the delicate, slender waist. The intense manual discipline required to execute the continuous, microscopic floral chasing across the curved surface of the legs validates this piece as an elite achievement in traditional Indian casting. To construct a cohesive, temple-inspired vignette that bridges towering figurative metalwork with classic functional forms, consider pairing this piece alongside a stamped antique brass water pot and an antique brass elephant bell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46197024293039,"sku":"VSP-177","price":16000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/111_Compressed_36232351-25c3-42b5-85c2-885e57bcec09.jpg?v=1762343615","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/engraved-brass-standing-devi-statue","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}