Object Number | 48-29-221 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Indian | Hindu |
Provenience | India |
Section | Asian |
Materials | Brass |
Description | Used in worship of Vishnu (Vaishnava worship). Brass, characteristic form, with handle of addorsed standing figures of Garuda, Vishnu's assistant, and Hanuman, Rama's chief assistant. A conical stepped headdress covers both heads. The bell is rung by the priest when waving the ceremonial lamp. |
Length | 15 cm |
Width | 7 cm |
Credit Line | Gift of Presbyterian Board of Missions, 1948 |
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