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Figure of Mahishamardini

Indian Museum, Kolkata

Indian Museum, Kolkata
Kolkata, India

Masks and effigies; Figure of Mahishamardini, made of brass by lost-wax process. A halo, designed with dentate design is present on the back. The figure of Goddess is provided with ten hands, each hand holding a weapon. The legs of the Goddess, one is on the back of the lion while the other leg is on the Mahishasura, piercing him by a trident. The figure placed on a rectangular pedestal.

Details

  • Title: Figure of Mahishamardini
  • Location: Indian Museum, Kolkata
  • Physical Dimensions: Height- 33.5 cm; Width- 24 cm; Thickness- 10.5 cm
  • Provenance: Calcutta, West Bengal, India.
  • Type: Sculpture

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