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Image of Sivakami

Title of sculpture: Sivakami

Stone/Metal sculpture: Bronze
Measurement (in C. Ms.): 91.4 cms without pedestal: 81.3 cms
Date of acquisition: 1950-52
Period: 11-12th Century. A.D.
Description:

Stands in tribhanga on a padmapeedam attached to a plate. Head tilts to left Karandamakuta with Siraschakra. Eleven ringlets of locks of hair in semi-circular array on the back, yajnopavita (thread) of cloth. Triveli mark indicated, close fitting under-garment. Three mekhalas-Makara clasp.

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