Ardhanareeswara- Shiva and Parvati in Composite Form - (Napier Museum) stone made many complaints against Krishna

made many complaints against Krishna

steals our food

meaning 'lord or master'

The sculpture is framed with a finely detailed prabhavali (halo) featuring traditional South Indian motifs and crowned with twin makaras"

Inspired by the visionary art of Abhihek Singh

Ardhanareeswara- Shiva and Parvati in Composite Form - (Napier Museum) stone made many complaints against KrishnaArdhanareeswara symbolizes the unity and interconnectedness of the male and female principles, as embodied by Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati. The intricate details on the statue, such as the Jatamakuda adorned with the Ganga and Chandra, are significant. The Ganga represents the river goddess Ganga, whom Shiva carries in his matted hair, while Chandra, the crescent moon, is another iconic symbol often associated with Shiva. The serpent resting on