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Antique Khmer Style Bronze Bayon Ardhaparyanka Shiva - 10 Arms - 54cm/22"
Measures (Height) 54cm/22"
An antique Khmer 13th century Bayon style Ardhaparyanka Shiva.
In the rich pantheon of Hindu deities, Shiva stands out as a multifaceted figure, embodying roles ranging from the fierce destroyer to the compassionate benefactor. Among his many forms, Ardhaparyanka Shiva, the dancing form, holds a special place, encapsulating profound symbolism and deep spiritual meaning.
This depiction of Shiva combines the grace of dance with the unique characteristics of Shiva offering insights into the divine balance of activity and rest, creation and destruction.
A multi-armed Shiva in an exaggerated dancing ardhaparyanka pose characteristic of numerous Tantric deities, such as Hevajra. This suggests that the deity had a Tantric aspect for the Khmer, especially following the Angkor Wat period.
This Shiva image stands on a round bronze lotus leaf base. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all.
His hair is arranged in a cylindrical jata adorned with the symbol Om in raised relief. The deity is clothed in a long sampot can kpin with a scarf ending in a double pleated panel in front. The style of the sampot can kpin represents a later-thirteenth century revival of the Angkor Wat style.
Shiva is adorned with a diadem, earrings, armbands, bracelets, anklets, a pectoral with pendants at the back and a belt with marching pendants. The symbol Om is the most sacred mantra. The presence of the symbol Om suggests that this may be an image of Shiva as a yogin master. As the destroyer.
The Ohm symbol is shown on the front of the Lord's head as an ornament and the Trilochana of Shiva can be seen on his forehead - the Three-Eyed Lord. It is the eye of wisdom, free from “Maya”, the illusion, and duality of life. It is also believed to be the source of his untamed energy.
Shiva is regarded as limitless, transcendent and unchanging. Shiva is also regarded as the patron god of yoga, meditation and arts.
Ardhaparyanka Shiva, the dancing form of the god, offers a unique and profound perspective on the nature of the divine in Hinduism. This depiction emphasizes balance, tranquility, and the integration of dualities, conveying important spiritual lessons.
Though not as widely depicted as some other forms of Shiva, Ardhaparyanka Shiva remains a powerful symbol of cosmic harmony and spiritual wisdom, inviting devotees to reflect on the deeper meanings of rest, balance, and divine play in their own lives.
Through the graceful dance of Ardhaparyanka Shiva, we are reminded of the eternal rhythm of the universe and the delicate balance required to maintain harmony within and without. This form of Shiva encourages us to embrace both action and rest, to find joy in the cosmic dance, and to seek the divine balance that underlies all existence.
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