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Hindu God Figure of Kurma
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Basic Information | Accession Number: | 1987A315 |
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Collection: | Ethnography - Asia |
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Notes | Lord Vishnu, one of the gods of Hinduism, is represented here in one of his earthly forms as Kurma. During this transformation he takes on the form of a tortoise and with the newly created earth on his back in order to give it support and stability. It is believed that even to this day the earth is supported on the back of this tortoise. | Presented by Denstone College. |
Further Information | Production Period: | 19th century or 20th century |
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Medium: | Carved wood, with gesso and paint. |
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Material(s): | Gesso |
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Place of Origin: | India |
Associated Places | | Dimensions | Height: | 280 mm |
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Width: | 206 mm |
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Depth: | 60 mm |
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