{"product_id":"the-sentinels-embrace-hand-carved-black-granite-sculpture-indie-kaarigari-hand-carved-sattva-sculpt","title":"The Sentinel’s Embrace | Hand-Carved Black Granite Sculpture  | Indie Kaarigari Hand-Carved \"Sattva: Sculpt\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this evocative study of companionship, our senior master carver explores the profound geometry of being someone’s sanctuary. Carved from a monolithic block of \u003cstrong\u003eKhiching Black Granite\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sculpture portrays a man tenderly embracing his partner from behind, his form rising like a protective monolith to cradle her presence. This is not merely an artistic pose; it is the physical manifestation of \u003cem\u003eAastha\u003c\/em\u003e—absolute faith. The man’s silhouette becomes a sturdy frame, a silent guardian that allows the woman to lean back in complete, serene surrender, symbolizing a love that is both a shield and a soft place to land.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brilliance of this piece lies in the \u003cstrong\u003eunbroken flow of the embrace\u003c\/strong\u003e. The artisan has navigated the immense density of the \"Hard Stone\" to create a seamless connection where one body ends and the other begins, mirroring the way two lives become inextricably woven over time. There is a weight to this affection—literally and metaphorically—that grounded, volcanic stone captures better than any other medium. It is an ode to the \"Quiet Protector,\" designed to inhabit a home not just as an ornament, but as a silent witness to the enduring strength found in a partner who always stands behind you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eColor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMidnight Black (with deep, velvety shadows and a natural crystalline glint)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThematic Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of our \u003cstrong\u003eSattva: Sculpt\u003c\/strong\u003e series, this piece captures the \u003cstrong\u003e\"Guardian’s Affection.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e It moves away from the intensity of the kiss to focus on the peace of a protective embrace—making it an ideal symbol for security, trust, and the grounding energy of a stable partnership.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Mastery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-chiseled by a \u003cstrong\u003evenerable master artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e of the National Award-winning lineage. The carving of the \"back-hug\" is a technical challenge in granite, requiring the carver to maintain the structural integrity of the stone while thinning it down to create the delicate lean of the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Sheen Mirror Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e on the primary silhouettes to catch the light, contrasted with a \u003cstrong\u003eMatte-Chiseled Base\u003c\/strong\u003e for a grounded, elemental aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium, high-density \u003cstrong\u003eHard Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a heavy, substantial piece that reflects the permanence of the bond it represents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed in the \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Bedroom\u003c\/strong\u003e or in the living room to strengthen the element of 'Relationship Stability.'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Natural Khiching Black Granite (Kala Muguni pathar) (କଳା ମୁଗୁନି ପଥର) (कृष्ण शिला) (Hard Stone)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn from the heart of the earth, this sculpture is immortal. It is completely \u003cstrong\u003eweather-proof, heat-resistant, and non-porous\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its natural luster will actually deepen over decades as it is touched and admired. For routine care, simply dust with a soft, dry cloth; no chemicals are ever needed for this pure, elemental stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariations \u0026amp; Lighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each sculpture is a unique birth of nature. The individual mineral \"shimmer\" and the subtle marks of the master’s hand-chisel are signatures of its authentic origin. Please note that the play of light on the polished black surfaces may vary significantly between warm indoor lighting and natural daylight, and digital screens may alter the perceived depth of the stone's midnight hue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golok Bihari Patra (National \u0026 state awardee)","offers":[{"title":"KGIC0081 (9 x 6 x 18 inches)","offer_id":53137875960105,"sku":"ODBLSSROBKSCOKGIC0081","price":30845.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"KGIC0082 (12 x 8 x 24 inches)","offer_id":53137875992873,"sku":"ODBLSSROBKSCOKGIC0082","price":58852.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"KGIC0083 (15 x 10 x 30 inches)","offer_id":53137876025641,"sku":"ODBLSSROBKSCOKGIC0083","price":90569.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6706\/8713\/files\/KGIC00801.webp?v=1778302205","url":"https:\/\/indiekaarigari.in\/products\/the-sentinels-embrace-hand-carved-black-granite-sculpture-indie-kaarigari-hand-carved-sattva-sculpt","provider":"Indie Kaarigari","version":"1.0","type":"link"}