Mithuna Loving Couple - Sandstone (Medium, 30cm)

An erotic statue that depicts a loving couple, in their moment of intimacy by artist R. Mani. Artist sources his inspiration from world famous Khajuraho Temples in India, often associated with erotic sculptures that celebrates the art of intimacy and partnership. The symbology of this piece isn’t just to highlight passion of the loving couple, but rather to manifest beauty and harmony found of a male, female relationship.

This masterpiece by R. Many is about the sacred unity of both the feminine and masculine energies. Two halves of one whole, creating a symbiotic, powerful, all-conquering bond. This piece encapsulates sensuality, the togetherness of the female and male soul when intimate, combining in a state of pleasure and ultimate connection. 

ABOUT ARTIST - R. MANI

R. Mani born in 1965 , is originally from Mahabalipuram located in Tamil Nadu state, South India. Mani was brought up surrounded by art. His father, Dhruva Pratap was a well-known sculptor and maintained and restored the sculptures of the famous Konark Temple in South India, passing on his skills to his son.

R. Mani sources his inspiration from world famous temples of India such as Meenakshi, Khajuraho, Ellora Cave to name but a few. Influenced by Gupta and Kushan style sculptures, the artist specializes on traditional Indian Gods and Goddesses. He works with traditional Indian materials such as Sandstone, Granite and Marble

Holder of two awards from the President of India, he is especially well known for his Buddha sculptures. He imbues his Buddha faces with such serenity and a sense of blissfulness that it’s no surprise they are used by so many to assist in deep meditation in some of the leading meditation centres around the world. His intricate Goddess figures are equally revered and he has exhibited his work both in Germany and the USA.

PS: With all hand made stone and wood sculptures, there might be some natural erosion with cracks and spots, but that adds to the one of kind pieces that we sell here at Mystik River.

DETAILS

Artist - R. Mani

Origin -  Chennai, India

Dimensions - 30.5cm (height) x 15cm(length) x 9.5cm(width)

Weight - 3.7kg (3722g)