Image title: Parvati (in samavanga pose)

This stone sculpture shows an image of Parvati. This remarkable figure of Parvati is standing in samavanga pose with heavy dress and ornaments in the body. The central fold of the lower garment is shown nicely executed between her legs.

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The National Museum of Nepal (Rashtriya Museum) houses a variety of sculptures, carvings, statues, paintings and other objects grouped according to the major religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism. This photo is from the Hindu stone sculpture (prastara-murti-kala) section.