Madurai Meenakshi Amman Wooden Statue

Crafted from wood with artistry, this captivating Wooden Sculpture portrays Sri Meenakshi Amman, the deity of the revered Madurai temple in Tamil Nadu, India. Standing gracefully in the abhanga pose, she supports her body weight on one Leg, while her other Leg extends outward, and both feet touch the ground, knees slightly bent. Sri Meenakshi Amman attire includes a revealed midriff, adorned by a lengthy garland of flower garland encircling her neck. A parrot finds a perch on her right hand, a distinctive feature that accompanies her boldly and fascinatingly. The term “abhanga” alludes to the curvature of her hip, elegantly accentuated in this stance. Notably, her hip curves outward, adding a sense of poise to her form. With a total height of 2 feet, including its base, this statue is the craftsmanship of the Karuppaiah Sculptures team, who have skillfully harnessed wood to bring forth this elegant representation. Sri Meenakshi Amman significance as the Goddess of Madurai holds Great reverence, and her connection with Parvati is evident in her portrayal.