Description
Ancient well-carved Bharayva Mask of wood on a custom stand. Bhairava (Sanskrit: frightful) is a Hindu Tantric deity worshiped by Hindus. Ritually given liquor spirits during ceremonies. In Shaivism, he is a fierce manifestation of Shiva associated with annihilation. Provenance: Spinks London 1985, Handley Collection
Date: 15th C
Dimensions: 33″ tall X 17.5″ wide with stand, statue alone is 27″ tall X 18.5″ wide and 5″ deep
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