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About this object

History of use

For use in small temple or household.

Cultural context

daily worship.

Iconographic meaning

Possibly an image of the androgynous manifestation of Shiva, Hari-Hara

Physical description

Three-headed, six-armed female standing on a round lotus base. Each hand except one holds an attribute. These are: a rosary (?); lotus bud; holy water jar; leaf; and nail (?). Primary hand on the left is empty. Each head wears a crown. Scarf draped around shoulders; narrow sash at waist. Bracelets, anklets, and necklaces are worn. Part of crown on frontal head is broken off.