Many Limbed Collection

A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha... between 1160 and 1161. Creator: Unknown
A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha (The Five Protective Charms) (image 3 of 3), between 1160 and 1161

The Hindu Goddess Durga, Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Durga, Late 17th century

Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Shiva Performing the Dance of Bliss while Vishnu and Brahma Provide Musical Accompaniment, c1760

The Planetary Deity Brihaspati (Jupiter), c1800. Creator: Unknown
The Planetary Deity Brihaspati (Jupiter), c1800

Varuna, the God of Waters (image 1 of 3), between 1675 and 1700. Creator: Unknown
Varuna, the God of Waters (image 1 of 3), between 1675 and 1700

The Hindu Goddess Durga Slaying the Demon Nishumbha... between c1825 and c1850. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Goddess Durga Slaying the Demon Nishumbha, Folio from a Devimahatmya (Glory of the Goddess), between c1825 and c1850

Matsya Avatar of Vishnu, between c1700 and c1725 or later. Creator: Unknown
Matsya Avatar of Vishnu, between c1700 and c1725 or later

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

Ravana Receiving a Boon from Shiva, between c1850 and c1900. Creator: Unknown
Ravana Receiving a Boon from Shiva, between c1850 and c1900

Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles, early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles, early 19th century

Durga Being Worshipped by Two Devotees (image 1 of 3), c1850. Creator: Unknown
Durga Being Worshipped by Two Devotees (image 1 of 3), c1850

Durga Being Worshipped by Two Devotees (image 2 of 3), c1850. Creator: Unknown
Durga Being Worshipped by Two Devotees (image 2 of 3), c1850

A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha... between 1160 and 1161. Creator: Unknown
A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha (The Five Protective Charms) (image 2 of 3), between 1160 and 1161

Buddhist deity, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist deity, between 1644 and 1911

Painted Banner (Thangka) of the Avalokiteshvara Incarnation of the Rain God Rato... 18th/19th cent. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of the Avalokiteshvara Incarnation of the Rain God Rato Matsyendranatha, 18th/19th century

Four-Armed Bodhisattva, 9th / 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Four-Armed Bodhisattva, 9th/10th century

Four-Armed God Vishnu Holding Discus and Conch, Vijayanagar period, 15th century

Four-Armed God Brahma Standing in Frontal Posture (Samabhanga), 10th century

Shiva as Lord of the Dance (Nataraja), Chola period, about 10th / 11th century
Shiva as Lord of the Dance (Nataraja), Chola period, about 10th/11th century. A bronze sculpture of the Hindu divinity Shiva

Lion-Headed Incarnation of God Vishnu (Narasimha), c. 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Lion-Headed Incarnation of God Vishnu (Narasimha), c. 15th century

Karttikeya, Commander of the Divine Army, Seated on a Peacock, Ganga Period, about 12th century. Gray statue with multiple heads and arms seated on Peacock

Four-Armed Sarasvati, Goddess of Learning, Seated in Lotus Position (Padmasana), Hoysala period, 12th century

Krishnas Fifth and Sixth Avatars, page from a copy of the Gitagovinda of Jayaveda, late 17th century

Guhyasamaja Manjuvajra, an Esoteric Form of Bodhisattva Manjushri, Pala period, 12th century

Shadakshari Mahavidya, Pala period, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Shadakshari Mahavidya, Pala period, 12th century

Goddess Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon (Mahishasuramardini), Angkor period, 10th century

Dancing Hevajra (Ardhaparyanka), Angkor period, 12th / 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Dancing Hevajra (Ardhaparyanka), Angkor period, 12th/13th century

A Tibetan Thanka with a central figure of Heruka
1766442 A Tibetan Thanka with a central figure of Heruka by Tibetan School (18th century); 90x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tibetan Thanka with a central figure of Heruka. 18th Century)

A page from a dispersed Ragamala: Khambavati Ragini (Garland of Musical Modes)
1196811 A page from a dispersed Ragamala: Khambavati Ragini (Garland of Musical Modes), c.1640-1650 (w/c on red paper) by Indian School

Wrathful Eight-armed and Three-faced Goddess Tara Marichi... ca. 1090. Creator: Unknown
Wrathful Eight-armed and Three-faced Goddess Tara Marichi, Leaf from a dispersed Pancavimsatisahasrika Prajnaparamita Manuscript, ca. 1090. Tara Marichi, an emanation from, and sakti of, Vairocana

The Demon Marichi Tries to Dissuade Ravana... from a dispersed Ramayana series, ca
The Demon Marichi Tries to Dissuade Ravana; Illustrated folio from a dispersed Ramayana series, ca. 1780. Ravana plans to abduct Sita

Mahadevi, the Great Goddess, ca. 1725. Creator: Unknown
Mahadevi, the Great Goddess, ca. 1725. Mahadevi holds an array of weapons, affiliating her with all the male gods

Khambhavati Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1675. A female mendicant makes a Vedic fire offering to the god Brahma

Vishnu on Garuda, ca. 1810-20. Creator: Sajnu
Vishnu on Garuda, ca. 1810-20

Vajrabhairava with His Consort Vajravetali, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Vajrabhairava with His Consort Vajravetali, 18th century

The Creation of Durga: Page from a Dispersed Markandeya Purana... ca. 1810-20. Creator: Unknown
The Creation of Durga: Page from a Dispersed Markandeya Purana: (Stories of the Sage Markandeya), ca. 1810-20. Durga was created by the gods to vanquish the demon Mahish

Nataraja, Shiva, 13th Century. Nataraja (The King of Dance) is the dancing posture of the Hindu god Shiva, who performs his divine dance as a part of his divine duties of creation and destruction

Chinese gilt-bronze statuette of a Dharmapala, 13th century
Yuan dynasty Chinese gilt-bronze statuette of a Dharmapala, a Buddhist guardian figure, from the British Museums collection, 13th century

Painting of the god Siva with attributes from Mandi, from the V&As collection

Japanese figure of the Adibuddha Aizen-Myo-O
Japanese figure of Aizen-Myo-O, a Buddhist Adibuddha, also known as Kongosatta. In some sects he is regarded as the god of love

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"Exploring the Multitude of Limbs: A Journey through Divine Art" Delve into a world where deities and bodhisattvas manifest with many limbs, captivating our imagination and revealing profound symbolism. In the 9th/10th century, an enigmatic Four-Armed Bodhisattva emerges from the depths of time, its creator forever unknown. With each arm gracefully poised in mudras, this ethereal figure embodies compassion and enlightenment. Moving forward to the Vijayanagar period in the 15th century, we encounter Vishnu as a Four-Armed God holding his iconic discus and conch. His divine presence exudes power and protection, reminding us of his role as the preserver of cosmic order. A glimpse into the 10th-century reveals Brahma standing tall in a frontal posture. With four arms symbolizing his mastery over creation, he emanates wisdom and creativity that shape our universe. The Chola period introduces us to Shiva as Lord of the Dance (Nataraja). In this mesmerizing depiction from about the 10th/11th century, Shiva's multiple arms whirl with cosmic energy while he dances upon ignorance personified by a demon underfoot. This celestial dance represents destruction paving way for rebirth. Witnessing another incarnation of Vishnu in Narasimha form during the 15th century is awe-inspiring. The lion-headed deity fiercely slays evil forces while embodying courage and ferocity against injustice. Karttikeya takes center stage next - Commander of the Divine Army seated on a magnificent peacock during Ganga Period. With four arms wielding weapons bestowed upon him by various gods, Karttikeya epitomizes valor and leadership amidst battles fought for righteousness. Sarasvati graces us with her presence as Goddess of Learning seated serenely in lotus position. Her four arms hold musical instruments and scriptures, symbolizing knowledge, arts, and wisdom.