In this bronze Uma statue, the goddess is placed on an upturned lotus pedestal which is kept on another square platform. With one leg folded and another dangling, the goddess is in the posture of royal ease, known as Lalitasana. “Lalita” also means the beautiful one, which does not even begin to describe the celestial form of Lalita-Tripurasundari- the beautiful one who is the most appealing woman in three realms (Tripura), an epithet used for Uma-Parvati. Her luxurious tresses are tied in a high raising knot, making a Jata-mukuta (crown formed out of locks of hair) which gives her presence an imposing feel. Goddess Uma’s divine form is sparsely decorated with fine ornaments and a Yajnopavita (sacred thread), an artistic trope used to keep the attention on the magnificence of Bhogashakti which needs no embellishments. The use of different patterns and carvings on the legs of Uma-Parvati reveals her delicate and patterned dhoti (lower body garment) that clings to her legs. Assured incised lines on the visage of this Panchaloha Devi Uma statue have helped the sculptor bring out the enchanting facial features of the mother goddess. Devi’s right hand is raised with an exquisite lotus in her hand and her left hand dangles in the gesture of giving boons- Varada Mudra. Embodying the motherly and auspicious powers of Bhogashakti, this bronze Uma statue is a potent presence of Shakti in your place of worship.
