The Sacred Journey
The nature of life magnifies the essence of fraternal love, goodness, and virtue—where altruism remains the highest service to the Divine. A steadfast faith in the Supreme connects our souls to the sublime inspiration of the Divine. PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite is the Saviour, the Creator, the Sustainer, and the Redeemer—His eternal radiance serves as an infinite source of positivity, allowing thousands of devotees to feel His serene presence.
A Vision Cast In Holy Stone
In 2018, the grandson of the Holy Saint envisioned the creation of a colossal 3.3-meter-tall sculpture of Aldeity - Yogiraj Sarkar Godariwale Shri Nand Lal Ji, to be enshrined in the Holy Shrine as a symbol of the Supreme Soul. The Divine presence of the Holy Saint, boundless in grace was to be immortalized in marble—his form to be christened PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite.
The Infinite is the Saint’s resplendence, which emits love for all.
The Infinite is His aura - a perennial source of ineffable peace.
The Infinite is His Benevolence, which redeems all of our woes.
The Infinite is His Grace, incarnated for the welfare of mankind.
The Creation of Magnum Opus
This grand vision took shape in Pietrasanta, Italy, a city renowned for its sculptural heritage. The distinguished sculptor, Nicola Stagetti, embarked on this journey in 2018, working from a single photograph of the Saint taken a century ago. However, he soon realized that capturing the Saint’s ethereal aura required more than just an image. To truly understand His presence, Stagetti traveled to India twice, immersing himself in the Saint’s legacy and the profound accounts of benevolence and divinity bestowed upon His followers. The sculptor came to recognize that the essence of faith and compassion must flow through his hands and be carved onto the Holy Stone.
Saint’s ethereal aura required more than just an image. To truly understand His presence, Stagetti traveled to India twice, immersing himself in the Saint’s legacy and the profound accounts of benevolence and divinity bestowed upon His followers. The sculptor came to recognize that the essence of faith and compassion must flow through his hands and be carved onto the Holy stone.
In the year 2018, The sculptor dedicated six months to sculpting a clay model of the Saint’s face, striving to breathe life into the inanimate form. Yet, another challenge lay ahead—to replicate the Saint’s seated in contrapposto stance, as seen in the original photograph. The traditional Indian attire worn by the Saint, with its intricate folds and drapery, posed an artistic conundrum. The artist was in constant communication with the Saint’s followers, and meticulously studied every detail to ensure authenticity. Through perseverance and devotion, he overcame what many deemed an impossible task.
On July 17, 2019, the completion of the clay model was met with resounding acclaim from art critics and admirers worldwide. Though the marble carving was yet to commence, the preliminary model in Clay was already regarded as a masterpiece, exuded a conspicuous Divine grace. Among those deeply moved was Ena Love, a celebrated poet from California, who, upon witnessing the sculpture was so inspired by its compassionate presence that she composed an ode to PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite—a heartfelt tribute to the Holy Saint’s boundless benevolence.
The posthumous carving of this sculpture presented unprecedented artistic challenges. It was a veritable truth that every marble holds an image within, waiting to be revealed, and the search for the perfect Carrara marble block was nothing short of miraculous.
For six months, the sculptor exercised patience and diligence, waiting for the ideal stone to be unearthed. Carving the flawless, monumental marble became an arduous yet spiritual journey, requiring a balance of intuition and precision to breathe soul into the sculpture. As the project gained momentum, prestigious Italian journals such as La Repubblica , FinistreSullArte and Touring published the articles on the life of the Saint. Discussions about the sculpture surged across social platforms, with art scholars and critics heralding it as the Magnum Opus.
Another intricate challenge was to replicate the Saint’s century-old handcrafted leather shoes. These were exquisitely embroidered with intricate threadwork, a design nearly impossible to translate into marble. The dedication and craftsmanship involved in this project led the Pietrasanta city administration to recognize PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite as a symbol of the city’s artistic pride.
The Grand Unveiling Ceremony in Italy
On September 27, 2023, the sculpture was unveiled at Piazza Duomo, Pietrasanta, in a grand ceremony organized by the city administration. The event witnessed the presence of renowned artists, art critics, journalists, and admirers from across the world, who gathered to celebrate this monumental artistic and spiritual achievement.
Among those documenting this extraordinary journey was the acclaimed Leica-certified Italian photographer, Riccardo Dalle Luche. Over four years, he meticulously captured the evolution of the sculpture, compiling a photographic chronicle that was unveiled at the ceremony. This visual testament to the making of PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite was later exhibited in the museums and archives of Tuscany, securing its place in art history.
Now, PRAMASHWAR – The Infinite has been shipped to India, where it radiates its Divine presence in the Holy Shrine. The aura of the Holy Saint has permeated the sacred space, offering devotees an eternal source of inspiration, devotion, and enlightenment.
