Decorative Lion and Deer Betel Nut Cutter

Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati

Size: 29" H x 22" W

Early jali work was built by carving into stone

Nataraj is a symbolic synthesis of the most important aspects of Hinduism

Both the God and Goddess are wearing spectacular ornaments and they are in a spirited mood

There started a battle between Lord Shiva and Ganesha and when Ganesha was beheaded his head was replaced by one of an elephant

perfection in finishing is manifest in the spectacular pendant

The master craftsman has carved out the figure of the Almighty in an astute manner

Legend has it that the Lord allowed an outlet to the great river to traverse the earth and bring purifying water to human being

Vamana meekly asked for three feet of land measured by his small feet

Even the panel around the figure is given a refine touch

He spent his childhood herding the cows in Gakul