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Teyyam breast-plate of Bhagavati

Unknown Makerc. 1820

Museum of Art & Photography

Museum of Art & Photography
Bangalore, India

Breast-plate personifying the deity Bhagavathi belonging to the Teyyam tradition, a sprit cult practiced in the parts of northern Kerala. It is worn by the impersonator during the invocation ritual of alongside weapons and other attires which personify the deity.

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  • Title: Teyyam breast-plate of Bhagavati
  • Creator: Unknown Maker
  • Date Created: c. 1820
  • Location: Northern Kerala, India
  • Physical Dimensions: H. 65 cm, W. 42 cm, D. 14 cm
  • Type: Teyyam Cult Object
  • Medium: Cast bronze
  • Department: Folk & Tribal Art
Museum of Art & Photography

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