Shrine for three Goddesses

Historical period(s)
20th century
Medium
Brass
Dimensions
H x W x D: 28.9 x 24.2 x 11 cm (11 3/8 x 9 1/2 x 4 5/16 in)
Geography
India, Chhattisgarh state, Bastar district
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Leo Figiel
Collection
Arthur M. Sackler Collection
Accession Number
S1997.140a-g
On View Location
Currently not on view
Classification(s)
Metalwork, Sculpture
Type

Figure

Keywords
bird, horse, India, shrine
Provenance
Provenance research underway.
Label

This composite piece seems to represent a shrine for three deities, most likely Matas, who hold incense burners and other ritual objects in their hands. The shrine is guarded on each side by horse and warrior figures holding weapons. A curious screen-like structure seems to hang from the rod above, and it is from this that the swing platform holding the deities is suspended.

Collection Area(s)
South Asian and Himalayan Art
Web Resources
Whistler's Neighborhood
Google Cultural Institute
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