Standing Female Deity, probably Durga ca. last quarter of the 7th century–early 8th century Cambodia This powerful representation was clearly a primary devotional icon, as is evident from the scale of the sculpture as well as its formal frontal stance. The figure's deified status is confirmed by indications that she once had multiple arms. She is likely a representation of the goddess Durga in her role as the slayer of the buffalo demon. In this context, she can be understood as Shiva's active female manifestation, or shakti, who rids the world of evil forces. The subtle volumetric articulatio
Standing Female Deity, probably Durga ca. last quarter of the 7th century–early 8th century Cambodia This powerful representation was clearly a primary devotional icon, as is evident from the scale of the sculpture as well as its formal frontal stance. The figure's deified status is confirmed by indications that she once had multiple arms. She is likely a representation of the goddess Durga in her role as the slayer of the buffalo demon. In this context, she can be understood as Shiva's active female manifestation, or shakti, who rids the world of evil forces. The subtle volumetric articulation of the figure and the low-relief drapery typify the Prasat Andet style. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #7990. Standing Female Deity, probably Durga Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as Standing Female Deity, probably Durga 57343
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