Brass Nataraj Statue

$89.00

“Lord of the Dance” brass statue, depicting Lord Shiva as Nataraja, The Cosmic Dancer, one of the most iconic symbols in Hindu art and spirituality.

Nata = dance/dancer

Raja = king/lord

Shiva is shown dancing within a circle of flames, symbolising the eternal cycles of creation, preservation, and destruction of the universe. It embodies the balance of creation and destruction, the overcoming of ignorance, and the path to liberation.

16cm high

“Lord of the Dance” brass statue, depicting Lord Shiva as Nataraja, The Cosmic Dancer, one of the most iconic symbols in Hindu art and spirituality.

Nata = dance/dancer

Raja = king/lord

16cm high

Symbolism in the statue:

Circle of Fire (Prabhamandala):

Represents the endless cycle of time - birth, death and rebirth.

Dancing Shiva: dance is called the Tandava, representing cosmic rhythms, both creation and destruction.

Raised Left Leg:

Symbol of liberation and spiritual grace, showing the way to Moksha (freedom).

Right foot Crushing Apasmara (the dwarf demon):

The demon represents ignorance, ego, and illusion. Shiva’s foot conquers it, showing victory of wisdom over darkness.

Upper Right Hand (holding a Drum - Damaru):

The drum beats the sound of creation, symbolising the beginning of life and cosmic vibration.

Upper Left Hand (holding Fire):

Fire represents destruction, transformation and purification.

Lower Right Hand (Abhaya Mudra):

Gesture of Protection and Reassurance; “Fear not , I am with you”

Lower Left Hand (pointing to the raised foot):

Signaling the path of liberation.

Serpents and Flowing Hair:

Symbolises Shiva’s mastery over primal energy and his dynamic, all-encompassing nature.