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Shiva Under Trees, c. 1780. Creator: Unknown
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Shiva Under Trees, c. 1780. Creator: Unknown
Shiva Under Trees, c. 1780. Cut from a larger composition, this fragment shows the god Shiva who has come down to earth. He seems alluringly approachable despite his white body, the snake around his neck, his third eye, trident weapon, animal-skin garment, and the crescent moon at his brow. Set off against a flat red background, he stands under two shade trees that make his manifestation on earth believable. One tree is entwined around the other, metaphorically suggesting the physical love Shiva seems to wistfully desire
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Media ID 19641735
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Himachal Pradesh Northern India Pahari Kingdom Of Kangra
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Shiva Under Trees, c. 1780 - A Captivating Glimpse into the Divine
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. This print showcases a fragment of an ancient composition known as "Shiva Under Trees" created around 1780 by an unknown artist from the Pahari Kingdom of Kangra in Northern India. The image depicts the Hindu god Shiva, who has descended to Earth in a remarkably approachable form. Despite his striking appearance with a white body, adorned with a snake around his neck and a third eye on his forehead, Shiva exudes an alluring charm that draws viewers closer. His trident weapon and animal-skin garment further emphasize his divine power and connection to nature. The enchanting scene is set against a vibrant red background that enhances Shiva's presence. Standing beneath two intertwined shade trees, he symbolizes physical love yearned for but unattainable—a poignant reminder of human desires. Preserved through gum tempera on paper, this artwork is now housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Its origin lies within Himachal Pradesh's rich artistic heritage—an exquisite testament to the craftsmanship and spiritual devotion prevalent during that era. Through this print by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, we are granted access to an extraordinary moment frozen in time—where divinity meets humanity under the protective embrace of nature's beauty.
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