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18th Century Tamil Nadu Bronze Gajalakshmi Temple Lamp browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Indian Subcontinent:India:Pre 1800: item # 714553 Please refer to our stock # 1041 when inquiring.
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Details: This is a very unusual and attractive example of a Southern Indian Gajalakshmi Lamp probably from Tamil Nadu. The backplate of the lamp depicts the goddess Lakshmi being hailed by two elephants. The reverse of the backplate carries the same image. When the wick for the oil is burning the backplate is lit up highlighting the goddess, which is seen as an act of merit making with the Goddess. (The wick is supported by the overhanging front lip). The piece has a wonderfully rich greeny brown patina which can best be seen in picture number seven. Lakshmi is the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, both material and spiritual. The word ''Lakshmi'' is derived from the Sanskrit word Laksme, meaning "goal." Lakshmi, therefore, represents the goal of life, which includes worldly as well as spiritual prosperity. In Hindu mythology, Goddess Lakshmi, also called Shri, is the divine spouse of Lord Vishnu and provides him with wealth for the maintenance and preservation of the creation. Age: 18th Century. Height: 16 cm.
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