Statue Shiva : Ulta Nataraja

Statue Shiva : Ulta NatarajaSize Descriptions : Height : 12” Inches Width : 7” InchesThickness : 4.5” InchesThis statue of Shiva symbolizes: perpetual changePosture :Shiva Nataraja is usually represented standing in a circle of fire and symbolizes dance and thereby the perpetual movement which constantly animates the universe.Here Shiva seems to have appeared out of nowhere: when Ganga was received in her hair, she fought Shiva vigorously and the earth was shaken, turned upside down, which explains Shiva's position headlong.Gestures : The right arm, bent elbow holds the Damaru (drum): the sound of the damaru represents the primordial sound, the one that generates a new beginning but also the rhythmic impulse of the universe.In opposition the left hand deploys the fire which destroys.These two symbols placed in opposition underline the incessant movement of creation/destruction necessary for life.The second right arm, bent elbow makes the gesture of protection (or lack of fear Abhaya mu