The deity is shown as a youthful man - probably as a youthful, princely warrior. He has been depicted with a tall, elaborate crown, large earrings, and large almond-shaped eyes which is typical of such depictions in South India. Other features include triple eyebrows, a leafy third eye, pursed lips, fleshy cheeks and chin, and a high necklace around the neck.
Shiva mask
silver
India
18th-19th century CE
height 24.6cm, width 11.3cm, weight 184g
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