Product description Size- 8 Inches The brass dancing Shiva as Lord Nataraja depicts the Hindu God of destruction dancing on top of the dwarf, Apasmara. The dwarf symbolizes ignorance and negative forces in the universe. Shiva's heavy foot destroys these forces in his cosmic dance of destruction, thus paving the way for new life and renewal. Out of the ashes new life is created. The Nataraja would be perfect for a home shrine or altar.The significance of the Nataraja sculpture is said to be that Shiva is shown as the source of all movement within the cosmos, represented by the arch of flames. The purpose of the dance is to release men from illusion of the idea of the "self" and of the physical world. The cosmic dance was performed in Chidambaram in South India, called the center of the universe by some Hindus. The gestures of the dance represent Shiva's five activities, creation (symbolized by the drum), protection (by the "fear not" hand gesture), destruction (by the fire), embodiment (by the foot planted on the ground), and release (by the foot held aloft). This Brass decorative item Enhance the decor value of the house, office, hotel, temple etc. Great ideas for wedding gifts, anniversary gifts house warming ceremonies, Birthday gifts, new venture, award ceremonies, Diwali and festival gifts. A valuable personal collectible collection.Shiva as Nataraja is the Lord of Dance who simultaneously destroys and creates the universe anew with each cycle of his mystical danceHe holds a drum or dhamru and fire or agni in his hands with cobras encircling his body as he dances up the dwarf, Apasmara, who represents evil forces in the universe as he dances within three layers of a circlular arches Nataraja is the iconic form of Hindu sculpture and instantly recognizableHandmade handicrafted statue produced using with the finest and fine detailing by expert craftsmen in international export quality solid brass for placing in home, temple, office, table or shop shelf. Great Customer Service: We do try our best to improve the product and service.An Ideal Gift for your near & dear ones .Can be gifted on any occasion to someone special in your life.