Lakshmi, the wife of Vishnu one of the 3 major Hindu gods (trimurti), is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, youth and beauty. she is often depicted on oil lamps (diya) in a yoga posture on a double lotus with four arms flanked by an elephant with raised trunks pouring water over her symbolizing her ability to provide fertility, abundance, prosperity and good luck.She promises devotees both material and spiritual attainment and personal charm and is particularly popular due to her connection with Diwali, the festival of light, which celebrates the victory of light over darkness or good over evil. The third and most festive day of Diwali is dedicated to Laxmi who represents both material and spiritual wealth. Lakshmi is also found in Jain temples, early Buddhist stupas and cave temples.
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Brass oil lamp front and back Lakshmi on a lotus, elephants showering water bringing life to the land governed by wisdom and purity that leads to material and spiritual prosperity.
Dhorka brass lost wax grain and rice measuring bowl. One-of-a-kind intricately decorated with horizontal and triangular striations. Bowls were symbol of Hindu goddess Lakshmi placed on home altars for puja.
Dhorka brass lost wax grain and rice measuring bowl. One-of-a-kind intricately decorated with horizontal and triangular striations. Bowls were symbol of Hindu goddess Lakshmi placed on home altars for puja.
Antique silver puja spoon used to offer water to the gods to show respect. Hindus use water to cleanse and purify one’s body, mind and spirit. The lotus symbolizes Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity.
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