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Rishabha (commonly called Nandi), the mount of Shiva, is imagined as a bull known for his strength. He is usually positioned at the entrance of every Shiva temple. Gods in India often act through their semi-divine vahanas. A vahana is literally a transporting instrument, a vehicle that can transport us, or our wishes, to god as much as it transports gods from place to place. Vahanas are symbols. They are known for their physical strength and prowess.

Details

  • Title: Nandi (on loan)
  • Date Created: AD 800-900
  • Physical Dimensions: 97 x 158 x 84 cm
  • Subject Keywords: India & the World, IatW
  • Original Source: Private Collection
  • Medium: Granite
  • Province: Wetern Ganga, Karnataka, India

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