BronzeIndia , 17th century or earlierDimensions: Height: 14 cm by 8,5 cmWeight: 1202,4 gramsShiva seated with legs crossed on a tiger fur on a rectangular base with decorative relief in the front. Shiva depicted with four arms, two hands holding the respective attributes, a drum called damaru and another object, possibly it was a trident or trishula. One hand is calmly lying on his left knee. Another common attribute is the snake wrapped around his neck. The snake symbolizes the ego, therefore Shiva wearing it implies his conquer of the ego. Shiva's expression is solemn, big pendants adorn the ear. The hair is tied up at the top of the head, the strands billowing on the right, representing the holy river Ganga. Behind his head is a petal halo.