SOLD Wooden Gajendra Mohksha Statue 60"

Item# 65w22 3301 Store Reviews

Statue Details

Materials: Hand Carved & Painted Mango Tree Wood from Tamil Nadu, India

Total Height Including Base: 60 inches or 5 feet

Base Width & Depth: 16 x 4 inches

Weight: 37 pounds

Vishnu and Lakshmi sit upon Vishnu vehicle Garuda coming to rescue the elephant king from the clutches of a giant crocodile
The carving and the painting are both extraordinary examples of South Indian wood craftmanship
The sculpture boasts 11 figures, Mahakala, 2 celestial beings, Vishnu, Lakshmi, Gajaendra the elephant, the crocodile with rider, and 2 attendants on the base
A fantastic sculpture hand carved from one piece of wood
Gajendra Moksha ships directly from our California gallery

A very special piece telling a wonderful story. Vishnu and Lakshmi sit upon Vishnu vehicle Garuda coming to rescue the elephant king from the clutches of a giant crocodile. The amount of action in the upper part of the sculpture is rivaled only by the skill of the artist who created the piece. The crocodile and the elephant are carved particularly well. You can feel the desperation of the elephant to get away from the crocodile in the carving.
The base provides a quiet contrast from the action on the upper part of the sculpture. Two attendants are dancing in a position much like Nataraja. They both sport mustaches and hold the symbols of Vishnu; a discus and conch. The carving of the sculpture is equally matched by the beautiful of the painting. The dynamic colors match the rich colors used in South Indian temples. A stunning sculpture displaying a great story!

Vishnu Saves Gajendra (the elephant king): While enjoying a bath with his herd on a lotus-lake, Gajendra, the king of elephants, disturbed a mighty crocodile who grabbed one of his legs and began pulling him under the water. Trapped within the crocodile's strong jaws, Gajendra tried in vain to free himself. He struggled hard but the crocodile's hold remained as firm as ever. Gajendra called out to his herd, but they were too frightened to come to his aid. As he was about to drown, the elephant-king picked up a lotus with his trunk. Lifting it towards the heavens, he cried, "I offer this to Vishnu, my lord, the refuge of the helpless." Instantly, the lord descended from Vaikuntha on his mount Garuda, and liberated Gajendra by striking down the crocodile with his discus.

I always say to our customers; The sculpture chooses you, you do not choose the sculpture.
You just know when you find the right piece to bring into your home and into your heart. - Kyle Tortora, Founder of Lotus Sculpture

The use of a wood polish will keep the wood looking fresh and the colors vibrant.

Wood statues are easy to take care of as they just need some annual upkeep to keep them looking as they did when they were first carved. All the wood used by Lotus Sculpure's artists is dried out for months. Moisture causes cracks in the sculpture as the wood contracts and expands in different temperatures. Our wood has little to no moisture in it assuring that the sculpture is not going to crack in its journey into different climates. Here are some simple tips to keep your statue in good condition:

Dust the statue as needed to prevent dirt build up
To make the statue shine use a natural wood cleaner and a cotton cloth to buff the sculpture

We prefer Old English to polish and buff our statues. The use of a wood polish like Old English will keep the wood looking fresh and keep the colors looking vibrant. For natural wood and painted wooden statues we recommend Old English for lighter woods. For darker wood statues we recommend Old English for darker woods. Lotus Sculpture cleans and polishes each wooden statue prior to shipping them to the customer.

We recommend keeping wooden statues in an indoor environment. Wood statues can go outside however, they will wear more quickly and develop an antique appearance. If you would like to put a wood statue from Lotus Sculpture outside and keep the same appearance of the sculpture we would recommend first coating the statue with a couple of layers of sealant or polyurethane. We would then recommend placing the statue in a partially covered area. The more exposure to the elements the more the statue will wear over time. Please feel free to contact us directly if you have any questions regarding your wooden statue from Lotus Sculpture, (760) 994-4455 or [email protected].

USA Shipping

This sculpture is in our Oceanside, California store and ready for immediate shipping. The shipping charge is automatically calculated by UPS for shipping within the United States. Each sculpture is usually shipped within 24 hours of the order with the exception of the weekend.
You can obtain a shipping quote for any statue by clicking the link, Calculate Shipping beneath to the Add To Cart button on every statues' page. Besides the shipping price, the results will also display the date the statue will arrive at your home. Lotus Sculpture uses Instapak foam injection packing system or bubble wrap and recycled peanuts to ensure that all our pieces arrive undamaged. Click here to learn more about Lotus Sculptures packing.

International Shipping

This sculpture is in our Oceanside, California store and ready for immediate shipping to anywhere in the world. International shipping charges will be calculated automatically upon checkout.
You can obtain a shipping quote for any statue by clicking the link, Calculate Shipping beneath to the Add To Cart button on every statues' page. Or you can email [email protected] or call us 760-994-4455 to receive a shipping quote. Please include the item number of the statue you are interested in purchasing as well as your country and postal code. Lotus Sculpture uses Instapak foam injection packing system or bubble wrap and recycled peanuts to ensure that all our pieces arrive undamaged. Click here to learn more about Lotus Sculptures packing.

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