24" Brass Nataraja Standing on Apasmara Demon, Dancing Shiva Statue

Material: Brass Finish: Antique green Dimensions: 24.5 inch Height x 17.0 inch Width x 5.5 inch Depth Weight: 10.5 kg / 23.1 lbs Shipping and delivery: 5 - 7 business days Product description: Lord Nataraja embodies the Hindu deity Shiva in his celestial dance manifestation. Through his dance, known as Ananda Tandava, he symbolizes the cosmic rhythm of creation and destruction, depicted by his dance within the fiery circle, subduing the demon Apasmara. With his rear arms outstretched, each arm holds symbolic objects like, damaru, fire,  Shiva appears to be in eternal motion. The lower right hand is in abhaya mudra, a gesture of fearlessness,  while the left hand has the palm facing inwards which represents concealment, and that he is the creator of Maya. The face of Nataraja has a serene countenance with an enigmatic smile, reflecting his benevolence and compassion. His third eye, a symbol of wisdom and insight, is subtly engraved on his forehead. His right foot is elegantly raised, sy