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Shiva as Mahesha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Shiva as Mahesha, a sculpture depicting a figure with four arms sitting cross-legged on a lotus base. The figure has a tall, pointed crown on its head, and three visible faces. The main face looks straight ahead with a calm expression. The figure wears a necklace and bracelets. The right hand on the left side holds an object. The left hand on the left side rests on the knee. The right hand on the right side holds an object. The left hand on the right side is in a gesture. The figure sits on a white pedestal against a dark gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
10th century
Medium
Granite
Culture
India (Tamil Nadu)
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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