Shiva Collection (page 2)

Umapati (Shiva, the Primeval Father God, and Uma, the Great Mother Goddess), between c.750 and c.800 Creator: Unknown
Umapati (Shiva, the Primeval Father God, and Uma, the Great Mother Goddess), between c.750 and c.800

Cosmic Form of the Hindu God Shiva (Sadashiva), between c.1050 and c.1150. Creator: Unknown
Cosmic Form of the Hindu God Shiva (Sadashiva), between c.1050 and c.1150

Shiva as the Supreme Teacher, between 950 and 1000. Creator: Unknown
Shiva as the Supreme Teacher, between 950 and 1000

The Seven Mother Goddesses (Matrikas) Flanked by Shiva-Virabhadra and Ganesha... 9th century. Creator: Unknown
The Seven Mother Goddesses (Matrikas) Flanked by Shiva-Virabhadra and Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles, 9th century

The Hindu God Shiva Flanked by Ganesha and Durga (image 1 of 2), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Shiva Flanked by Ganesha and Durga (image 1 of 2), 8th century

Head of Bhairava, 5th century. Creator: Unknown
Head of Bhairava, 5th century

Head of Shiva, 4th century. Creator: Unknown
Head of Shiva, 4th century

The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 2nd-3rd century. Creator: Unknown
The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 2nd-3rd century

The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century

The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century. Creator: Unknown
The Androgynous Form of Shiva and Parvati (Ardhanarishvara), 11th century

The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma - detail, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma - detail, 10th century

The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu Gods Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, 10th century

Uma-Maheshvara, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Uma-Maheshvara, 10th century

Shiva's Family, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva's Family, 10th century

Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 13th century

Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 10th century

Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 10th century. Creator: Unknown
Ganesha, Shiva, and Karttikeya on Their Mounts, 10th century

Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 17th-18th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 17th-18th century

Head of the Hindu God Bhairava from a Libation Vessel, Late 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Head of the Hindu God Bhairava from a Libation Vessel, Late 15th century

Mandapam of the Pagoda of Chellumbrum; Notes on the Ancient Temples of India, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Mandapam of the Pagoda of Chellumbrum; Notes on the Ancient Temples of India, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

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

Shiva's Family, c.1100. Creator: Unknown
Shiva's Family, c.1100

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

Shiva's Family on the March (image 1 of 6), c1800. Creator: Unknown
Shiva's Family on the March (image 1 of 6), c1800

Parvati Worshipping Shiva (image 3 of 3), between 1750 and 1800. Creator: Unknown
Parvati Worshipping Shiva (image 3 of 3), between 1750 and 1800

Shiva and Parvati (image 1 of 5), 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva and Parvati (image 1 of 5), 19th century

Sidh Sen (reigned 1684-1727) Dressed as Shiva, c1730. Creator: Unknown
Sidh Sen (reigned 1684-1727) Dressed as Shiva, c1730

Shiva as Bhairava, early 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Shiva as Bhairava, early 13th century

Shiva as the Lord of Dance, between c.950 and c.1000. Creator: Unknown
Shiva as the Lord of Dance, between c.950 and c.1000

Album Cover with Shiva as the Destroyer of the Three Cities of the Demons... c.1875-c.1900. Creator: N. Sivappa
Album Cover with Shiva as the Destroyer of the Three Cities of the Demons (Tripurantaka), between c.1875 and c.1900

Album Cover with Shiva as the Destroyer of the Three Cities of the Demons... c1875-c1900. Creator: N. Sivappa
Album Cover with Shiva as the Destroyer of the Three Cities of the Demons (Tripurantaka), between c.1875 and c.1900

The cosmic dance of Shiva, 18th century. Creator: Indian Art
The cosmic dance of Shiva, 18th century. Found in the collection of the Musee Guimet, Paris

Siva Dance: Triptych of Seated Single Figures, 1890/91. Creator: John La Farge
Siva Dance: Triptych of Seated Single Figures, 1890/91

Triad Figure, Interior of Elephanta, 1834. Creator: Samuel Prout
Triad Figure, Interior of Elephanta, 1834. The Elephanta Caves in Maharashtra, India. From "Views in India, China and on the Shores of the Red Sea, Vol. II". [Fisher, Son & Co. London, 1835]

Entrance to the Cave of Elephanta, 1835. Creator: William Purser
Entrance to the Cave of Elephanta, 1835. The Elephanta Caves in Maharashtra, India. From "Views in India, China and on the Shores of the Red Sea, Vol. II". [Fisher, Son & Co. London, 1835]

Lord Shiva and Parvati on Mount Kailash (oil on canvas)
1196628 Lord Shiva and Parvati on Mount Kailash (oil on canvas) by Dhurandhar, Mahadev Vishvanath (1867-1944); 119.4x78.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dhurandhar)

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

Sadhu with Shiva trident attending Haridwar Kumbh Mela, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, Asia

Shiva lingam in Hindu temple, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

The Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) dedicated to Lord Shiva, Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, India. The Temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga

India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi, View towards the submerged Shiva temple at Scindia Ghat

Relief panel, Candi Shiva Mahadeva, Prambanan temple complex, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

Red divine
Velibor Baco

Ram-Darbar with Other Gods Miniature Painting on Paper
3609918 Ram-Darbar with Other Gods Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Lord Rama breaking Shiva's bow
3788807 Lord Rama breaking Shiva's bow; (add.info.: Lord Rama breaking Shiva's bow. Illustration from early 20th century)

Lord Ganesh Ganpati with Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Durga, Miniature Painting on Paper
3609901 Lord Ganesh Ganpati with Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Durga, Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Nad Bhairavi, Nathdwara School
3610046 Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Nad Bhairavi, Nathdwara School by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper
3609783 God Shiva Nude Pose, Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

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Shiva, the embodiment of divine power and cosmic destruction, is revered across the world for his multifaceted nature. From the majestic Char Bangla Temple in Baranagore, West Bengal to the vibrant murals depicting Shiva and his beloved consort Parvati in India, Asia, his presence is felt far and wide. One cannot help but be captivated by the mesmerizing Dancing Shiva Nataraj statue in Paris, France. This exquisite portrayal showcases Shiva's rhythmic movements as he gracefully performs the cosmic dance of creation and destruction. In Siva Parvati's armor lies a symbol of their unwavering protection towards righteousness. Their union represents harmony between masculine and feminine energies that sustain life itself. The depiction of Siva Parvati with infant Kumar celebrating his birthday transports us back to ancient times when familial love was celebrated with utmost devotion. This 5th-6th century AD artwork from Kathe Simbhu beautifully captures this joyous occasion. Traveling to Central Java, Indonesia takes us to Prambanan Temple (Candi Rara Jonggrang), where an awe-inspiring shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva stands tall amidst intricate carvings. The temple's grandeur reflects humanity's deep reverence for this deity. Shiva Nataraja reigns supreme as the King of Dance through centuries-old sculptures like those found at Annamalaiyar Temple in India. These masterpieces depict him dancing with unparalleled grace while simultaneously maintaining balance within the universe. As part of Hindu mythology's Trimurti - alongside Vishnu and Krishna - Shiva embodies both destructive forces necessary for rebirth and preservation aspects essential for sustenance. Together they form a divine trinity representing different facets of existence itself. Even though Kali may appear fearsome holding a bloody sword while trampling her consort Shiva underfoot, she symbolizes transformation and liberation from ignorance or darkness—a reminder that destruction is necessary for new beginnings.