Description
Nandi is among the most frequent Hindu deities worshiped in public places, temples, homes, or on a home altar throughout India. As one of Hinduism’s mythical animals, Nandi is Shiva’s vahana, (his mount that transports him), attendant and leader of his attendants and guardian of all four-footed animals. A recumbent image of Nandi on a high pedestal throne with his face pointing to the main shrine usually guards the entrance to Shiva-dedicated temples. Nandi is a votive deity (murti) to help devotees focus, especially during puja, and small metalwork images are often placed along with images of other deities on a home altar. Women often visit or pay homage Nandi images and offer flowers and prayers for fertility. Using the lost-wax technique, this brass figurine is delicately incised with decorative details and has a beautiful patina due to its long use during daily Hindu puja.
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Additional information
| Weight | 4 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 6 × 6 × 6 in |
| Date | 18-19th Century |
| Materials and Technique | Bronze/brass/copper alloy |
| Dimensions (inches) | Ht: 3.25” W” 1.375” D: 2.5” |
| Dimensions (metric) | Ht: 8.25cm W: 3.49cm D: 6.35cm |
| Weight | 9 oz |
| Item Number | 9510VHE |
| Condition | Excellent, fine patina demonstrating age and use |
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