Recumbent Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century
This exquisite bronze Nandi bull originates from the Deccan region of India. Nandi is known for strength & virility - the name means 'giving delight' or 'giving joy.' Nandi or Nandin is the sacred vahana (vehicle) of the Lord Shiva, inferring his power as a procreator. This is further reinforced by the lingam, a fertility symbol which Nandi kneels towards.
Devoted worshippers have polished this resplendent figure of a bull over time. Nandi is present in the home temple (mandapa) of every Shaivite and would be displayed in a recumbent position facing Lord Shiva. This Nandi still has remnants of ritual tika paste applied during daily puja.
References:
Similar examples can be found in the following books:
India - Village, Tribal Ritual Art by Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, Page 15.
Hindu Gods & Goddesses by A G Mitchell, Plate 36.
Ritual Bronzes Of Maharashtra & Karnataka Including The Bhuta Region by Leo S Figiel, Fig 16-167
Condition Report:
In overall good condition with heavy wear and historic damage to the reverse of the plinth visible in photographs.
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Recumbent Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century
This exquisite bronze Nandi bull originates from the Deccan region of India. Nandi is known for strength & virility - the name means 'giving delight' or 'giving joy.' Nandi or Nandin is the sacred vahana (vehicle) of the Lord Shiva, inferring his power as a procreator. This is further reinforced by the lingam, a fertility symbol which Nandi kneels towards.
Devoted worshippers have polished this resplendent figure of a bull over time. Nandi is present in the home temple (mandapa) of every Shaivite and would be displayed in a recumbent position facing Lord Shiva. This Nandi still has remnants of ritual tika paste applied during daily puja.
References:
Similar examples can be found in the following books:
India - Village, Tribal Ritual Art by Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, Page 15.
Hindu Gods & Goddesses by A G Mitchell, Plate 36.
Ritual Bronzes Of Maharashtra & Karnataka Including The Bhuta Region by Leo S Figiel, Fig 16-167
Condition Report:
In overall good condition with heavy wear and historic damage to the reverse of the plinth visible in photographs.
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This exquisite bronze Nandi bull originates from the Deccan region of India. Nandi is known for strength & virility - the name means 'giving delight' or 'giving joy.' Nandi or Nandin is the sacred vahana (vehicle) of the Lord Shiva, inferring his power as a procreator. This is further reinforced by the lingam, a fertility symbol which Nandi kneels towards.
Devoted worshippers have polished this resplendent figure of a bull over time. Nandi is present in the home temple (mandapa) of every Shaivite and would be displayed in a recumbent position facing Lord Shiva. This Nandi still has remnants of ritual tika paste applied during daily puja.
References:
Similar examples can be found in the following books:
India - Village, Tribal Ritual Art by Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, Page 15.
Hindu Gods & Goddesses by A G Mitchell, Plate 36.
Ritual Bronzes Of Maharashtra & Karnataka Including The Bhuta Region by Leo S Figiel, Fig 16-167
Condition Report:
In overall good condition with heavy wear and historic damage to the reverse of the plinth visible in photographs.
