Title of sculpture: Natarajar

Stone/Metal sculpture: Bronze

Measurement (in C. Ms.): 147.3 cms without peedam: 121.9 cms

Date of acquisition: 1950-51

Period: 19th Century. A.D.

Description:

Stands trampling the stretched form of Muyalaka (demon) over a rectangular base with lotus design. Prabavali is an oval ring, fringed with 19 flames. Face is round, Nose is well set, Right ear lobe is empty, Left wears a patrakundala, Kettle drum is held vertically between the thumb and the middle finger of the right upper hand. Flame is carried in a vessel between the tip of the thumb and the fore finger of the left upper hand.