Chamunda
This sculpture depicts Chamunda, one of the Sapta Matrikas, the seven divine mother goddesses in Hindu tradition. Fierce and powerful, she embodies the energy of Goddess Chandi and shares attributes with Kali, also known as Chamundi or Charchika. Chamunda is portrayed with four arms, holding a sword and a skull (Kapala), symbolizing destruction and transformation. Her emaciated body, hollow belly, and grinning, terrifying face, adorned with a garland of skulls, reflect her fearsome aspect. She rides an owl, and her banner bears an eagle emblem. This showcasing the dramatic intensity and artistic mastery of early Hindu sculpture.
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DIMENSIONS/ SIZE
86 x 47 x 11 cm
COLLECTION THEME ( OUT OF THE 5 )
Archaeology/Art
GALLERY
Gallery D
OBJECT TYPE
Sculpture
REGION
Saraikela, Jharkhand
ACCESSION NO. / MUSEUM ID NO.
Arch. 10821
TIME PERIOD
6th Century CE
MATERIAL
Grey Sand Stone
