The divine mother Annapurna in this brass statue resonates with her description in the Strotra by Adi Shankaracharya. Her splendor is said to be like a million suns, moons, and fire. She is adorned with jewelry of precious stones and gold, which add to the greatness of her godly aura. She is also known as “Kaashipuradhishwari” or the sovereign ruler of the city of Kaashi. Relaxingly sitting on a lotus platform, Maa Annapurna has a ladle and a bowl in her hand, appearing to be inviting her devotee to partake in the divine meal. Her physique is ethereal, her ornaments are queenly and her head is adorned with a conical crown that is placed atop the charming curls that frame her face. Her rounded breasts, full of the nectar of motherhood also underline her ability to nurture her children. Goddess Annapurna, as presented in this impressive brass murti is the divine mother goddess in her most affectionate and nurturing form, reminding us of the greatness of the mother that after bringing her child into the world, eternally nourishes and protects her so that she can walk the path of goodness with Shakti (a term used for energy as well as Devi) on her side.