Kali Collection

Baku, Azerbaijan - Harbour and Maiden Tower (Kis-Kali). Built by the 12th century architect Masud ibn Davud, who was probably the father of the architect of Mardakan Round Tower

Kali, Hindu goddess of destruction, Totem, India, Asia

Goddess Kali
The Goddess Kali, the malevolent aspect of Shivas wife Parvati. she wears a necklace of 50 human skulls & frequents cremation grounds

HINDU GODDESS: KALI. The Hindu goddess Kali, shown holding a bloody sword and the head of a giant while she tramples her consort, Shiva. Wood engraving, American, 1849

Kali soda, Salsola kali
5856108 Kali soda, Salsola kali; (add.info.: Kali soda, Salsola kali. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Religious Procession: Kali, c1800. Creator: Unknown
Religious Procession: Kali, c1800

Kali Conquers Raktabija, 1775-1800. Creator: Unknown
Kali Conquers Raktabija, 1775-1800. Devi, the Great Goddess of the Hindu traditions, embodies power and energy ("shakti"), using her strength to defeat demons

The Hindu God Shiva Shrikantha in Union with His Consort, Guhyakali, 11th-12th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Shiva Shrikantha in Union with His Consort, Guhyakali (image 2 of 2), 11th-12th century

The Hindu Goddess Kali - detail, 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Kali - detail, 11th century

The Hindu Goddess Kali, c.17th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Kali, c.17th century

The Hindu Goddess Kali, c.17th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Kali, c.17th century

Shaiva Shrines in a Landscape (image 1 of 3), between 1700 and 1725. Creator: Anon
Shaiva Shrines in a Landscape (image 1 of 3), between 1700 and 1725

Raja Surma Sen (Reigned 1781-1788) and His Attendant Nagatu Worshipping the Goddess Kali, c1785. Creator: Unknown
Raja Surma Sen (Reigned 1781-1788) and His Attendant Nagatu Worshipping the Goddess Kali, c1785

Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 5 of 7), c1740. Creator: Unknown
Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 5 of 7), c1740

Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 1 of 7), c1740. Creator: Unknown
Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma Adoring Kali (image 1 of 7), c1740

The Goddess Kalika, c1575. Creator: Unknown
The Goddess Kalika, c1575

CONCEPTUAL PORTRAIT
Prithul Das

Kali / Tara, ca. 1885-90. Creator: Calcutta Art Studio
Kali/Tara, ca. 1885-90

The Goddess Bhairavi Devi with Shiva, ca. 1630-35. Creator: Attributed to Payag
The Goddess Bhairavi Devi with Shiva, ca. 1630-35

Little Kali
Dipok Paul

India - Calcutta - Hindu Goddess Kali early 1900s

RELIGION/INDIA/KALI
KALI, the fearsome Hindu goddess of death, watches while a sacrifical victim is put painfully to death

Antique botany illustration: Prickly Saltwort, Salsola kali

Kali, Kangra (gouache heightened with gold on paper)
615472 Kali, Kangra (gouache heightened with gold on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 26.4x19.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: standing atop Siva and Parvati in an amorous embrace)

The Goddess Kali, the Favourite Divinity of the People of Calcutta, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Goddess Kali, the Favourite Divinity of the People of Calcutta, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant

Damayanti Asks For a Place (chromolitho)
735592 Damayanti Asks For a Place (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damayanti Asks For a Place)

Damayanti Learns of Nalas Virtue From a Golden Swan (chromolitho)
735588 Damayanti Learns of Nalas Virtue From a Golden Swan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damayanti Learns of Nalas Virtue From a Golden Swan)

The Hindoo Pantheon (litho)
2810656 The Hindoo Pantheon (litho) by Murray, Alexander Henry Hallam (1854-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hindoo Pantheon)

India - bathing at Kali Ghat, Calcutta
Vintage 19th century photograph, India - bathing at Kali Ghat, Calcutta, Samuel Bourne photograph

Kali Slaying Demons, c. 1800-1820 (gouache)
1766437 Kali Slaying Demons, c.1800-1820 (gouache) by Indian School, (19th century); 19x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kali Slaying Demons. Illustration to the Markanddeya Purana)

Nala Saves the Snake Naga Karkotaka (chromolitho)
735591 Nala Saves the Snake Naga Karkotaka (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nala Saves the Snake Naga Karkotaka)

Prickly saltwort and Iceland moss
Prickly saltwort, Kali turgida 1, and Iceland moss, Cetraria islandica 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar

Ruins at Ettaia, India (engraving)
972328 Ruins at Ettaia, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins at Ettaia, India. Said to have been caused by a combat between Krishna and Kali)

Curtis British Entomology Plate 442
Lepidoptera: Hesperia actaeon = Thymelicus acteon (Lulworth Skipper) [Plant: Salsola kali (Prickly Glasswort)] Date: 1824-39

Nala Gambles With His Brother (chromolitho)
735590 Nala Gambles With His Brother (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nala Gambles With His Brother)

Kali (colour litho)
423601 Kali (colour litho) by Indian School; Private Collection; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Indian, out of copyright

Figure of Indian goddess Kali holding a thunderbolt (ivory)
451585 Figure of Indian goddess Kali holding a thunderbolt (ivory) by Chinese School; height: 25.4 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

The goddess Kali battles demons, from Durga attacking the demons Shambha and Nishumbha
874175 The goddess Kali battles demons, from Durga attacking the demons Shambha and Nishumbha (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (15th century); 9.2 x16.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Nala and Damayanti Are Reunited. (chromolitho)
735593 Nala and Damayanti Are Reunited. (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nala and Damayanti Are Reunited)

Nala Comes as a Messenger to Damayanti and Her Handmaidens (chromolitho)
735589 Nala Comes as a Messenger to Damayanti and Her Handmaidens (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Durga and Kali Standing Before the Advancing Host of Demons, c
1196849 Durga and Kali Standing Before the Advancing Host of Demons, c.1800-1820 (gouache and gold paint on paper) by Indian School

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Nepal, Upper Mustang, Kali Gandaki gorge, Nepalese returns from a worship at the Upper Mustang region

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Nepal, Upper Mustang, The bridge across the deep canyon near Ghyakar village

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Nepal, Upper Mustang, Chhusang locals use appropriate stones from the Kali Gandaki riverbed to rebuild the stone wall around the village

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Nepal. Himalayas, Sparse trees at Kali Gandaki rock strewn riverbed

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Nepal, Upper Mustang, The bridge across the deep canyon near Ghyakar village

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Nepa, Upper Mustang, Kali Gandaki gorge, man returning from worship

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Kali, the fierce Hindu goddess of destruction, is a captivating figure that has been depicted in various forms throughout history. In an 18th-century Indian painting, Chinnamasta, a manifestation of Kali, stands triumphantly on top of Kamadeva and his wife Rati, symbolizing her power over desire and love. This artwork showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors that characterize traditional Indian paintings. Moving to Baku, Azerbaijan, we find the Maiden Tower standing tall in its harbor. Although unrelated to the goddess Kali directly, this architectural marvel reminds us of her strength and resilience. Just like Kali's destructive nature clears the path for new beginnings, this tower represents endurance amidst changing times. One cannot discuss Kali without mentioning her iconic representation holding a bloody sword and the head of a giant while trampling Shiva in an American wood engraving from 1849. This portrayal emphasizes her role as both destroyer and creator within Hindu mythology. Traveling back to India during the early 1900s in Calcutta (now Kolkata), we witness devotees worshiping Goddess Kali with utmost devotion. The image captures their faith and reverence towards this powerful deity who inspires awe among believers. The Calcutta Art Studio presents another depiction alongside Tara from around 1885-90. This artwork showcases their divine beauty through delicate brushstrokes while highlighting their significance within Hinduism. In contrast to these grand representations lies "Little Kali, " showcasing how even young children are introduced to these mythological figures at an early age. It reflects how deeply ingrained religion is within Indian culture. Stepping away from religious depictions momentarily brings us to an antique botany illustration featuring Prickly Saltwort or Salsola kali plant species. While unrelated to our goddess herself, it serves as a reminder that elements named after deities can be found across different domains beyond spirituality.