Deity Collection (#3)

Vishnu and Lakshmi, Hindu gods
Vishnu and his wife Lakshmi, Hindu gods, sitting on a couch

Padmasambhava statue, Samdruptse, Namchi, Sikkim, India, Asia

Pilgrims seated in front of the 39 ft high standing Buddha, Aukana, Sri Lanka, Asia

Standing Buddha statue, Aukana, near Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Asia

Ancient carved heads of gods on summit of Mount Nemrut, Nemrut Dagi (Nemrut Dag), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Woman praying at the feet of the Buddha in the temple of the Standing Buddha, Wat Intrawiharn, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Close-up of statue of the Buddha, Wat Pho (Wat Po) (Wat Phra Chetuphon), Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Novice Buddhist monk and Phra Atchana Buddha statue, Wat Si Chum, Sukhothai, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sukhothai Province, Thailand, Asia

Statue of Hindu deity with pilgrims walking 272 steps up to Batu Caves during Hindu Thaipusam Festival, Sri Subramaniyar Swami Temple, Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Shiva the great ascetic, Kailasa, Ellora, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Maharashtra state, India, Asia

Stone Buddha rock carvings, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, Asia

Buddha shrine at Buddhist Bantey Kdei temple, dating from the 12th century, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Bishamon God of Glory
The impersonation of military prowess carries a spear in one hand, a pagoda symbolising power in the other : he inspires warriors to fight to the death for a heros glory

Japanese God Raiden
The Japanese God of Thunder hurtles through the stormy sky

Temple of Janus
The Temple of Janus at Rome, with a bust of the deity looking in three different directions - past, present and future

Bust of the Roman god Saturn (engraving)
7147508 Bust of the Roman god Saturn (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bust of the Roman god Saturn)

Athena guiding Telemachus in his search for Odysseus (colour litho)
7201988 Athena guiding Telemachus in his search for Odysseus (colour litho) by Bonamy, Armand Joseph (fl.1900-30); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athena, disguised as Mentor)

Untitled (II 58), c. 1890. [Giants Staircase, Doges Palace, Venice]. Creator: Unknown
Untitled (II 58), c. 1890. [Giants Staircase, Doges Palace, Venice]. Photogravure, no. ii 58 from the portfolio " Calli, Canali e Isole della Laguna"

The Holy Family with the Virgin holding Christ over the cradle, 1640-60. 1640-60
The Holy Family with the Virgin holding Christ over the cradle, 1640-60

Nataraja, Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 1000s. South India, Tamil Nadu
2967360 Nataraja, Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 1000s

Investiture of Narses by the Goddess Anahita, Sasanian, 226-651 AD (stone)
XIR279368 Investiture of Narses by the Goddess Anahita, Sasanian, 226-651 AD (stone) by Persian School; Naqsh-e Rostam, Iran; (add.info.: Narses (d)

Mercury riding Pegasus, known as the Horse of Marly, 1701-02 (marble)
XIR167868 Mercury riding Pegasus, known as the Horse of Marly, 1701-02 (marble) by Coysevox, Antoine (1640-1720); height: 326 cm; Louvre, Paris

Vishnu (colour litho)
423614 Vishnu (colour litho) by Indian School; Private Collection; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Indian, out of copyright

Juno (charcoal with pastel on buff paper)
CH402037 Juno (charcoal with pastel on buff paper) by Point, Armand (1861-1932); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

The Death of Saint Clare, c. 1400 / 1410. Creator: Master of Heiligenkreuz
The Death of Saint Clare, c. 1400/1410

Diana at the Bath. Creator: Louis Desplaces
Diana at the Bath

The Judgment of Paris, c1635-1638, (1912). Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Judgment of Paris, c1635-1638, (1912). A colour print of Rubens painting, from Famous Paintings with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, (Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Chinese statuette of Kuan-Yin as a Bodhisattva, 12th century
Late Sung dynasty Chinese statuette of Kuan-Yin, a goddess of mercy, as a Bodhisattva (Buddha-to-be) in wood with traces of gilt and painting

Ceramic figurine of a Mother Goddess, sitting in a chair and nursing a baby, 2nd century
Ceramic figurine of a Mother Goddess, sitting in a chair and nursing a baby, Romano-British, 2nd century. This piece is mould-made from pipeclay and was found in Welwyn, Hertfordshire, England

Greek relief of a family sacrificing
Greek relief of a family making an offer at an altar of Zeus. The father is holding a Patera

Tapestry of Creation. 1st half 12th c. Central detail. Creation of the heaven, earth and animal and vegetal life. Romanesque art. Tapestry. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Gerona

I flee for the first time and am pursued, 1910. Artist: Arthur Rackham
I flee for the first time and am pursued, 1910. I flee for the first time and am pursued: Warfather follows close. He nears, he nears, in fury! Save this woman! Sisters, your help!

Hanuman revealing Rama and Sita enshrined in his heart
BAL70953 Hanuman revealing Rama and Sita enshrined in his heart, painted by a member of the Patua caste, 1880 (w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The Sun and associated gods, Egypt
Egyptian gods. Engraving depicting the Sun and Moon surrounded by the names of Egyptian gods. At the top is a male Sun, with male gods, and below id the female Moon surrounded by the female gods

Buddha statue, close up, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Detail of the hand of a stucco seated Buddha statue, Wat Si Chum, Sukhothai Historical Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sukhothai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Novice monks and Phra Atchana Buddha statue, Wat Si Chum, Sukhothai, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sukhothai Province, Thailand, Asia

Statue of the Buddha, Wat Pho (Wat Po) (Wat Phra Chetuphon), Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Statue of the Buddha, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Close up of small Buddha figure with flowers round the neck in the Shwedagon Paya, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Ship of Good Fortune
The Ship of Good Fortune carries the seven Gods of Fortune; it is to be found in countless Japanese homes, for between them they take care of all lifes troubles

Melpomene and Thalia, 1823-26. Creator: Johann Gottfried Schadow
Melpomene and Thalia, 1823-26

Baal, god of the ancient Mideast
Ancient Phoenician or Canaanite deity Baal holding an infant. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Concept, upanayan nimantran patra invitation card of thread ceremony India Copyright: xNirmalaxMishra/DinodiaxPhotox

Jesus Christ tile painting, San Francisco Church, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Egyptian gods and deities
Egyptian god Apis depicted as a bull 1, Canopus found in Tivoli by Sir William Hamilton in a temple 2, cockroach deity from a monument in the Villa Albani 3, and Sphinx worshiped on the Nile River 4

Roman messenger god Mercury in petasos
Head of the Roman messenger god Mercury in petasos hat or helmet. Etruscan Turms, Greek Hermes. From a cornelian gem. Mercurius Incis in Corneola

Roman god Jupiter with thunderbolt and eagle
Roman god Jupiter with thunderbolt in his left hand and eagle at his feet. Tinia or Tin in the Etruscan religion. From an engraved agate gem. Iuppiter. Incis in Achate

Egyptian deities on ancient bas relief with hieroglyphs. Cartoon vector illustration

Vintage Hand Painted Painting of Lord Dattaatraya all so Gurudev datta INDIA

Profile bust of a figure with hair in ringlets and sunbeams
Allegorical figure of the Sun. Profile bust of a figure with hair in ringlets and sunbeams. From an antique oval gem

Statue of a deity known as Averrunci to the Romans, Apotropaei t
A deity known as Averrunci to the Romans, Apotropaei to the Greeks. Their statues stood at Sicyon near the tomb of Epopeus. Averrunci statua vetus marmorea

Bust of Egyptian gods Isis and Serapis
Isis and Serapis. Serapis, Greaco-Egyptian sun deity wearing a modius or calato, a cylindrical crown decorated with vine leaves and rushes

Pallas Athena, circa 1657, by Rembrandt (1606-1669). Detail
Rembrandt (Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn) (1606-1669). Dutch painter and printmaker. Pallas Athena, circa 1657. Detail. Oil on canvas. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum. Lisbon, Portugal

Celtic phallic idol. From Paderne, Galicia, Spain
Celtic phallic idol. From Paderne (La Coruna province, Galicia, Spain). Archaeological and History Museum (San Anton Castle). A Coruna, Galicia, Spain

Altar to the Lares Viales. Inscription: To the Lares of the roads. He fulfilled his vow. From the Church of San Roman, As Encrobas, Cerceda (La Coruna province, Galicia, Spain)

Altar to the goddess Fortuna. Second half of 2nd century AD
Altar to the goddess Fortuna. Inscription: To Fortuna. Valerius Lupus, assistant of the centurion, accomplished his vow of free will. Second half of the 2nd century AD

Three face God Shri Gurudev Datta Dattatreya Dattaguru with cow and dogs clay statue sculpture Lord Brahma Vishnu and Shiva in one single form India

Picture of Hindu goddesses Parvati, Lakshmi and Saraswati, India, Asia

medicine, ancient world, incubation at the asclepeion, Asclepius touching patient and healing her, marble carving, Piraeus, ancient world, ancient times, Greece, fine arts, art, relief, mythology

Head of Asklepios, Greek God of Healing.Head of Asklepios, Greek God of Healing. Roman, after a Greek original of the 2nd century BC by Phyromachos

Lakshmi Hindu Goddess

Murti or Moorti Of Hindu God Lord Ganesha Ganpati Bappa Morya In Orange Pagdi For Worship On Diwali Puja New Year Deepawali Ganesh Chaturthi Or Shubh Murti or Moorti Of Hindu God Lord Ganesha Ganpati

Lakshmi Ganesh and Saraswati Hindu Gods

Statue of Lord Murugan, God of War, Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Lakshmi (Represents material wealth & fortune), Saraswati (Represents knowledge & wisdom) And Ganapati (Represents the Siddhi Buddhi to bring balance)

Kalamkari painting God Lord Venkateswara Tirupati Balaji India Asia

Ahura Mazda supreme god in Zoroastrianism Persepolis UNESCO World Heritage Site Iran Middle East

Goddess durga idol on durga puja festival ; Calcutta Kolkata ; West Bengal ; India 26 September 2009

Colorful gopuram, Tamil Nadu, India

Durga puja background image. Sculpture of maa durga or maha kali or adi parashakti or bhabani taken at a barowari home based pooja occassion in west b Durga puja background image

Head of Quetzalcoatl (Feathered Serpent). Room of Teotihuacan. National Museum of Anthropology. Mexico City. Mexico

The Niruthi Shiva Lingam in Thiruvannamalai THIRUVANNAMALAI, INDIA - OCTOBER 10, 2013: The Niruthi Shiva Lingam stands in its shrine at the base on the south side of the holy mountain

Hindu God Ganesha. Ganesha Idol on white Background

Statue of Aphrodite (marble sculpture)
7322916 Statue of Aphrodite (marble sculpture) by Praxiteles (c.400-c.330 BC) (after); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Aphrodite, of the Venus of Arles type)

Statue of Aphrodite (sculpture)
7322930 Statue of Aphrodite (sculpture) by Praxiteles (c.400-c.330 BC) (after); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Aphrodite, of the Venus of Arles type, known as the Cesi Venus Marble)

Apollo, of the kassel Apollo type, 2nd century (sculpture)
7308578 Apollo, of the kassel Apollo type, 2nd century (sculpture) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Apollo, of the kassel Apollo type)

Statue of Artemis, goddess of the hunt in Greek mythology, from Ephesus (engraving)
7147480 Statue of Artemis, goddess of the hunt in Greek mythology, from Ephesus (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Artemis)

Elijah Taken Up to Heaven (etching)
7172929 Elijah Taken Up to Heaven (etching) by Lane, Theodore (1800-28) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elijah Taken Up to Heaven (2 Kings 2:11)

Statue of Adonis (marble)
YOU4419173 Statue of Adonis (marble) by Duquesnoy, Francois (1597-1643); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Adonis, in Greek mythology, divinite symbolizing death and renewal of nature)

Detail of the Statue of the godess Persephone, 2nd century
7145302 Detail of the Statue of the godess Persephone, 2nd century by Roman, (2nd century AD); Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete

The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, from Kurkihar, Bihar, Pala Dynasty (gilt bronze)
1449061 The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, from Kurkihar, Bihar, Pala Dynasty (gilt bronze) by Indian School (12th century); Patna Museum, Patna

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"Exploring the Divine: A Glimpse into the Multifaceted Deities of India and Beyond" Immerse yourself in a world where gods and goddesses reign supreme, as we embark on a journey through captivating images that depict various deities from different cultures. In the heartland of India, behold the majestic Hindu gods Laksman, Rama, Sita, and Hanuman standing tall in all their divine glory. Their vibrant presence exudes power and devotion, reminding us of ancient tales that have shaped generations. Moving further into this mystical realm, we encounter Parvati, Lakshmi, and Saraswati – three enchanting Hindu goddesses who embody beauty, prosperity, knowledge respectively. In awe-inspiring statues like Annapurna giving food at Lakshman temple or Lakshmi gracefully holding lotus flowers symbolizing wealth; these celestial beings inspire reverence among devotees. Venturing beyond Indian borders to Greece's rich mythology brings us face-to-face with Hermes - an exquisite sculpture by Jonnard. This messenger god captivates with his youthful charm and agility. Returning to India's spiritual landscape reveals Krishna and Rada entwined in eternal love - their divine union celebrated across centuries for its profound symbolism of devotion. Further east lies Padmasambhava statue nestled within Kathok Wodsallin Gompa in Sikkim. This revered figure represents enlightenment and compassion within Tibetan Buddhism—a testament to how diverse faiths intertwine across Asia. Titian's Venus of Urbino takes us back to Renaissance Europe—an embodiment of feminine grace that transcends time itself—reminding us that divinity knows no boundaries or cultural constraints. As our exploration continues northward towards Norse mythology, Odin sits regally upon his throne—a wise ruler overseeing realms unknown to mortals—an emblematic representation of strength intertwined with wisdom. Back amidst the vivid tapestry of Hinduism, we encounter the divine couple Visnu and Lakshmi.