Bronze

India 16th century

Dimensions: Height 15 cm Width 8 cm Depth 5 cm

Weight: 768 grams

Bronze statue of Shiva and Parvati dancing on a small round base attached to square base. Parvati has two arms, with her right hand she is holding a large trident and her left hand is holding one of Shiva's hands embracing her chest. Shiva has four arms and he is holding the battle axe in one, while embracing his wife with two other hands. One hand is raised and forming a mudra. They both seem enchanted in a harmonious dance, smiling and moving elegantly.