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Bronze Mukhalingam in the form of a Head, India, 18th-19th Century
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This bronze plaque representation of Shiva with a human face was intended to serve as a lingam cover. This examples has an elaborate mustache, a cap rimmed with coiled cobras, almond eyes, earrings, a necklace, a moon and third eye on his brow. This fine example is from Western India, probably Maharashtra, Western Decca, dating to the 18th-19th century.
The face allowed worshippers to both see and be seen by Shiva and would have been placed over the linga, a symbol of the energy of God, worshipped throughout India.
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Miami Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU977640117972
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