Ardhanarishvar Shiva

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Brass Ardhanarishvar Shiva

Size (WxDxH) :  4.25 x 2.75 x 9 Inches

Finish : Natural Brass 

Ardhanarishvar Shiva is a form of the Hindu deity Shiva combined with his consort Parvati. Ardhanarishvara is depicted as half-male and half-female, equally split down the middle. The right half is usually the male Shiva, illustrating his traditional attributes.Ardhanarishvara represents the synthesis of masculine and feminine energies of the universe (Purusha and Prakriti) and illustrates how Shakti, the female principle of God, is inseparable from (or the same as, according to some interpretations) Shiva, the male principle of God, and vice versa. The union of these principles is exalted as the root and womb of all creation. Another view is that Ardhanarishvara is a symbol of Shiva's all-pervasive nature. 

This sculpture Handcrafted in Natural brass with antique design.