Chola Style Lord Vishnu

This statue of Lord Vishnu is crafted in the traditional Chola bronze style, known for its dynamism, realism, and rich iconography that dates back to the Chola dynasty of southern India. The sculpture presents Lord Vishnu standing upright, his posture exuding authority and calm.
In his upper right hand, he holds the Sudarshana Chakra, a finely detailed discus weapon that signifies the mind's sovereign power and the maintenance of the cosmic order. The upper left hand grasps the Panchajanya Shankha, a conch shell that echoes the primordial sound of creation and symbolizes the spread of the divine word.
The lower right hand of Vishnu is raised in the Abhaya Mudra, a gesture of reassurance and protection that dispels fear and offers sanctuary to all beings. His lower left hand confidently rests upon the head of his mace, or 'gada', a symbol of his power to protect and destroy evil forces, ensuring the progression of the universe.