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Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva
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Nepal, XVIth - XVIIth century, Small wooden architectural element representing the god Shiva

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799 €
17th century
Asian Arts
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    Nepal, possibly Kathmandu Valley
    XVIth – XVIIth century



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    Rare representation of Shiva in his wrathful aspect, Bhairava. He is represented in a terrifying form, his grimacing face decked out with the third eye. He is shown standing under large foliage, perched on a demon (symbol of ignorance, illusion) in the pratyalidha attitude (split to the right), the latter represented lying on his back.
    The deity is wearing a high tiara, large circular pendant earrings falling on the shoulders. It is adorned with a long garland made up of human skulls (mundamala) and a necklace as well as bracelets on the wrists. The deity is decked out with sixteen arms, each brandishing an ornament.

    Bhairava is one of the most violent manifestations of Shiva. Begotten in order to punish Brahma, who, blinded by his arrogance, had assumed the origin of the universe, Bhairava chastises the impudent by cutting off his fifth head. This act celebrates the supremacy of Shiva, thus establishing himself as a formidable defender of reality. If Bhairava is the great destroyer who makes even the god of death tremble, he devours the sins of devotees and shows the way to Salvation.

    The whole piece is of a high quality of execution, which is to be noted for a piece of this size.

    Wood with traces of polychromy
    Bronze base
    Usage wear
    18.5 x 5.3 cm excluding base
    Private collection

    Ref: 6PBBNVBRO8

    Condition Good
    Style Asian Arts (Wood carvings of Asian Arts Style)
    Period 17th century (Wood carvings 17th century)
    Country of origin Nepal
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
    Location 38090, Villefontaine, France
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