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Shiva Seated on a Throne in a Landscape

Cleveland Museum of Art

Shiva seated on a throne with a trident in the background. The deity has a white body and black hair. He wears a necklace, earrings, bracelets, and a dhoti with a pattern. The throne is yellow with a pattern and four legs. The background consists of trees and mountains. The artwork has a red border.

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655 × 900 px
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