Indian and Himalayan Art Aiyanar Made in Tamil Nadu, India, Asiac. 8th century Artist/maker unknown, India Granitic stone Currently not on view 1973-209-1 Acquired from the National Museum, New Delhi, India through the gift (by exchange) of Mary S. Irick Drexel, 1973 |
LabelAiyanar is worshiped in southern India, where he is considered the son of Shiva and Mohini, the god Vishnu in female form. Thus, Aiyanar represents a merging of the usually separated sects focused on Shiva and Vishnu. He is identifiable by his posture, seated with his legs partially crossed and leaning his weight on one arm. |
