Maheshwari
This sculpture depicts Maheshwari, one of the Sapta Matrikas, the seven divine mother goddesses in Hindu tradition. As the Shakti (feminine energy) of Lord Shiva, she is believed to have emerged from his being. Maheshwari is shown holding a lance (Sula) in one hand while cradling a baby in the other, symbolizing both power and nurturing. Her sacred vehicle, Nandi the bull, reinforces her connection to Shiva. This finely crafted piece embodies the spiritual and artistic depth of Hindu mythology, capturing Maheshwari’s divine strength and maternal essence with remarkable detail.
Object information could be updated as new research findings emerge.
DIMENSIONS/ SIZE
88 x 55 x 9 cm
COLLECTION THEME ( OUT OF THE 5 )
Archaeology/Art
GALLERY
Gallery D
OBJECT TYPE
Sculpture
REGION
Saraikela, Jharkhand
ACCESSION NO. / MUSEUM ID NO.
Arch. 10816
TIME PERIOD
6th Century CE
MATERIAL
Grey Sand Stone
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