Smoking Shiva
Lord Shiva is a complex and powerful deity in the Hindu Pantheon.
Known as 'The Destroyer,' Lord Shiva feeds on opium to numb his negative potentiality. When in this form he is known as "Bhole Shankar" - One Who Is Oblivious Of The World.
Ordinarily his shrine is kept isolated from the other deities.
Dimensions: 35 cm (H) 15 cm (D) 19 cm (W)
Weight: 6.1 kgs
Stonemasonry (est.): 152 hours
Care
The best way to maintain the statue is to simply dust the piece periodically to keep any dirt from accumulating. They can be used for both indoor and outdoor use. You can use soap, warm water and a cotton cloth to periodically go over the statue to remove any dust or dirt buildup. 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.