Natraj Brass Idol

Nataraja, ( “Lord of the Dance”) is a form of Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer. The Nataraj form is symbolic of Lord Shiva as the lord of dance and dramatic arts The Brass idol of Nataraja is crafted to near perfection. The idol is on a pedestal with petal design. Lord Shiva's left leg is bent up across His hips to the right and His foot too is shown to be in a perfect dance posture, showing the energy and vigour and is right foot is on the crouching figure of a dwarf demon or 'Apasmara purusha' who represents illusion and ignorance, leading humanity away from truth. Lord Shiva’s lower right hand is in the Abhaya mudra, a gesture of blessing with protection and the lower left arm sweeps across his torso with the hand pointing to his left foot in the gesture of Gaja Hasta, symbol of salvation and liberation. A snake is seen sliding down from His left lower arm, with its hood up. In His upper right hand is His 'Damaru' and His upper left palm holds fire. His long, matted tresses, are shown to be loose and flying out in strands spread into a fan on the sides of His face depicting the ecstasy of the dance. The ornaments that the Lord is wearing is seen clearly.

The expressions on the Nataraj idol's face is defined. His face has a slight smile, representing his calmness despite being immersed in the contrasting forces of universe and his energetic dance. He is surrounded by an arc of flames seen behind Him, signifying the cosmic fire and his field of dance, which is the Universe. This arc is designed beautifully enhancing the overall look of the idol.

This idol can be placed in homes for adding to the decor. Many students and practitioners of dance and dramatic arts worship the Nataraj for of Lord Shiva and would love to install this outstanding Brass Nataraj idol.

Design: Made in heavy shining brass.