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(Above photo - Bronze Shiva Statue Hindu God Casting )
Do you intend to collect bronze Hindu god statues? There are various things you should keep in mind so that you do not end up with the wrong figures. They include but are not limited to the following:
(Above photo - Bronze Durga Statue Large Casting Hindu Goddess Shiva )
Unlike Buddhism, which has only one god, Hinduism has different deities. Therefore, you may want to buy the statue of Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Devi, Krishna, Lakshmi, and Saraswati. Brahma is the Hindu god responsible for creating the world and every living thing. Vishnu is the god that protects and preserves the universe, while Shiva destroys and recreates the universe. Devi is the god whose role is to restore dharma. On the other hand, Krishna is the god of love, tenderness, and compassion. Finally, Lakshmi and Saraswati are goddesses of wealth and purity, and learning, respectively.
(Above photo - Bronze Statue of Hindu God Durga Mother Goddess Hinduism Art )
As they age, bronze statues tend to develop a patina. Thus, you can quickly authenticate bronze Hindu statues by checking out the patina. When exposed to the elements, bronze statues react with various chemical compounds, resulting in an attractive patina. Hindu god statues are made from gilded bronze. With time, the gild wears off, exposing the bronze surface. Under the exposed places, there is a reddish copper glitter, which should show you how genuine the statue is.
If the bronze wasn’t gilded, then you can expect the entire surface to be covered with patina due to exposure to oxygen, moisture, and other elements. However, given that bronze Hindu statues are handled frequently during worship, some of their parts might be lacking patina. It is this type of wear that indicates how long the figure has existed before you found it.
(Above photo - Bronze Makara Hindu Ganga Figurine Statue Female on Crocodile )
By checking a bronze statue’s underside, you can gain a lot of information about its age and authenticity. The information underneath the statue may indicate the maker of the statue and the time of making it. Since they are sacred, the statues are also likely to have been consecrated at various times. There are times when a sculpture might not have its original seal, especially if it has been in use for a long time. Unlike Buddhist bronzes, the statues lack space in the base for holding various sacred items.
Due to the use of the internet by most sellers, comparing prices of bronze Hindu god statues is easier. All you need is to look at different sites where the statues are on offer. You may also want to compare a statue’s price with three similar bronzes sold in the recent past. It is essential to compare the original estimate with the selling price.
Are you ready to purchase bronze Hindu statues? If so, now you know the various things you should look at. First, you should familiarize yourself with Hindu gods and goddesses to know which one you should buy. Then you have to authenticate the statue by checking the patina, any inscriptions, and searching for pricing information. Afterward, you can go ahead and buy your favourite sculpture.
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