Linga, Shiva’s Aniconic Symbol
Dark brown, square base with rounded edges. A domed object sits on top. Base has recessed area at bottom. Object appears to be made of stone. Base has protrusion on right side. Background fades from dark gray to light gray. The object represents Linga, Shiva’s Aniconic Symbol.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 8th century or earlier
- Medium
- Stone
- Culture
- India (Jammu and Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir)
- Dimensions
- 600 × 558 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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