An antique, Southern Indian bronze of the Hindu goddess Parvati in two armed form. Early 20th c. Possibly earlier?  


When depicted alone Parvati is usually depicted having four arms, and traditionally shown holding a trident, mirror, rudraksha, bell, dish, goad, sugarcane stalk or flowers, in particular the lotus.  


When she appears alongside Shiva she generally appears with two arms. As here. This would suggest this antique bronze was originally modelled and cast using the lost wax method as one of a pair with Shiva.


Parvati's unwavering love and devotion moved and won over Lord Shiva. He realised Parvati was the embodiment of Shakti, the divine feminine energy that complimented his power. Shiva understood that their union was essential for maintaining cosmic balance. 

In the Hindu tradition, prayers to Shiva fall on deaf ears if Shiva is not in the presence of his beloved consort Parvati. Something we witnessed at the iconic Brihadeeswarar Temple, the Big Temple, in Thanjavur earlier his year. To the right of this 1000 year old temple dedicated to Shiva is one dedicated to Parvati. LAST FOUR IMAGES. 


This particular bronze depiction displays auras of sensuality, divinity, and royalty. The circular, eight petal motif to the rear of the headdress is typical of Southern Indian bronzes, and suggests this may have been cast in Swamimalai, the centre of bronze manufacture in Tamil Nadu for over 1000 years since Chola times.   


Cast using the lost wax process, it displays patination from decades of ritual handing. It comes to us from an important British, single owner collection. Please look carefully at the photographs as they form part of the description. 


Height: 14 cms. Width: 9 cms. Depth: 4 cms.  Weight:1.08 Kgs.

 

Price: £105.00. 


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SKU number: 12514


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