Trikala Bhairava

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts Trikala Bhairava, a sculpture featuring three faces. The central face appears stern, with a bulging forehead and furrowed brow, while the two smaller faces on either side have more serene expressions. The sculpture is made of dark-colored stone or metal with visible signs of aging. The three faces are adorned with headdresses. A decorative piece resembling a bowl or hairdo sits atop the central face. The central face features a prominent nose and lips. The background of the image transitions from black at the top to gray and then white.