{"product_id":"massief-bronzen-lakshmi-beeld-goudkleurig-india-ca-1950-11cm","title":"Solid Bronze Lakshmi Statue – Gold-colored – India ca. 1950 – 11cm","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBring Prosperity Home with the Goddess Lakshmi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThis refined, solid bronze statue of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eLakshmi\u003c\/b\u003e, the Hindu goddess of wealth, happiness, and beauty, is a beautiful example of mid-20th-century Indian craftsmanship. Unlike the more common dark bronzes, this example has a stunning \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"271\"\u003ewarm golden patina\u003c\/b\u003e that shines beautifully in any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthenticity and Character\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis is not a modern reproduction. The visible, soft wear on the hands and knees bears witness to decades of ritual use (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"128\"\u003epuja\u003c\/i\u003e). At 600 grams, the statue feels exceptionally heavy and solid for its compact height of 11 cm—a direct sign of high-quality bronze with a high copper content.\n\nSymbolicism of Lakshmi\n\nLakshmi symbolizes both material and spiritual abundance. She sits on a lotus flower (padma), which represents spiritual power and purity. In Indian tradition, she is revered for bringing harmony and success to the household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality solid bronze (Gold-colored alloy).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e South India, circa 1940-1960.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCasting method:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003ecire perdue\u003c\/i\u003e (was lost).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Height 11 cm | Width 8 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.6 kg (Solid quality).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition with an authentic, polished patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56771132162379,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/bronzen-lakshmi-beeld-hindoe-godin-lotus-troon.jpg?v=1773230430","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/solid-bronze-lakshmi-statue-gold-colored-india-ca-1950-11cm","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}