Dimensions: Height 12,5 cm ; Wide 11 cm ; Depth 2 cm without base

Weight: 525,1 grams with base

This terracotta relief plaque beautifully portrays Goddess Durga, the revered Hindu warrior goddess, in her multi-armed form, symbolizing divine power and protection.

The deity is depicted standing in a dynamic and triumphant pose, armed with various weapons in her multiple hands—attributes of her divine strength and ability to destroy evil forces. At her feet lies the subdued figure of Mahishasura, the buffalo demon, representing Durga’s victory over chaos and ignorance.

The composition is framed with a decorative border, suggesting it may have been part of a domestic shrine. Despite centuries of wear, the relief retains fine details of the goddess’s facial expression, her ornaments, and drapery. Traces of original pigments indicate that the plaque was once adorned with color, enhancing its visual impact during worship.

Generally good condition with surface erosion, minor cracks, and pigment loss consistent with age.

This plaque represents Durga in her mythic role as the divine protector and slayer of Mahishasura, an iconic subject in Hindu religious art.

Such pieces were often placed in shrines or sacred spaces to invoke the goddess’s blessings and protection.

Comparable terracotta depictions of Durga are found in regional temple art across West Bengal, Odisha, and surrounding areas, where Durga Puja and her veneration hold deep cultural importance.