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Central Asia, India, ca. 19th century CE. A cast bronze statuette depicting Shiva, the Hindu deity regarded as both creator and destroyer of the universe, capturing that duality and cyclical view of time embraced by the Hindu religion. This form representing Shiva's dance circumscribed by a flaming halo emerged under the 11th century reign of the Cholas. Shiva is surrounded by characteristic attributes including his trident (a symbol of sovereignty symbolizing his rule through the three Gunas - Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas - as well as the unity of three worlds, a kapala or skull cap used as a begging bowl in his left hand, a third eye which is believed to transform things to ashes when Shiva is angry, a Naga or serpent garland around his neck signifying his control of fear and death, and the dwarf-like figure known as apasmara purusha under his foot representing Shiva's ability to stomp away ignorance. An impressive statuette of this important deity replete with meaningful iconography as well as demonstrating fine artistry and technique. Size: 4.5" W x 7" H (11.4 cm x 17.8 cm)

Provenance: Ex- Private Corradino Collection

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  • Condition: Intact with gracefully aged surface and gorgeous green and brown patina.

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