Shankha
One of our most exquisite items that has been consistently popular. The profoundly intricate "Shankha" where the ridges in the brass are a testament to the artisan's devotion. A Shankha (conch shell) with the god, Vishnu, emblem carved into it.
The Shankha is a conch shell of extreme ritual and religious importance in Hinduism and Buddhism. In Hindu mythology, the shankha is a sacred emblem of the Hindu preserver god Vishnu. It is still used as a trumpet in Hindu ritual, and in the past was used as a war trumpet. The shankha is praised in Hindu scriptures as a giver of fame, longevity and prosperity, the cleanser of sin and the abode of goddess Lakshmi, who is the goddess of wealth and consort of Vishnu.
Dimensions : 11.5 cm (H) 11.5 cm (D) 26 cm (W)
Weight : 2.3 kgs
Material : Brass
Sculpting hours (est.): 76 Hours
Care
Brass's durability makes it perfect for cold winters and hot summers of any climate. The metal can stand up to the harshest conditions of heat and bitter cold. We suggest you bathe the sculpture every couple of months so that dirt does not collect on the sculpture and then use a cotton cloth with some natural oil to give the statue a shine.
If you are really interested in making the statue shine you can use some natural oil, like coconut oil or olive oil, and a cotton rag to wipe down the metal portions of the piece. You can use a toothbrush as well to get into the small crevices of the statue like the hands and hair.