Shiva

10th century CE

33 cm 49 cm 12.5 cm

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In this image, Shiva is both a yogic teacher and a supreme king. Unlike most images of the god, he wears a crown, and his hair, usually matted into dreadlocks, falls onto his shoulders in fine curls. Seated in a yogic posture and holding a rosary, he imparts knowledge to his d...

Sculpture

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Collection of a retired professor from the University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, until April 1972; purchased by John Ford, Baltimore, April 1972; given to Walters Art Museum, 2004.
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