Sculptures in temples in Kumbakonam: photo 276
Photo 276 of 640 in Gallery: Sculptures in temples in Kumbakonam
Image title: Figure 271. Caturbhuja Narayana
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On top of the same pillar is Caturbhuja Narayana in Samabhanga. His right hand is in Abhaya and his left hand is on his Uru. His back hands are holding Cakra and Sankha in the right and left hands respectively.
Gallery information:
Kumbakonam is considered as one of the holiest places in Tamil Nadu and is known for its temples and Mathas (monasteries which were centres of Brahmanical learning). These photographs depict the connection between the sculptures in the temples and Natya Shastra and related texts dealing with iconography.
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