About this piece
Ardhanarishvara is a form of Shiva shown half as Shiva and half as his consort Shakti. This small brass figure stands on a lotus base and has a dark green finish with gold highlights.
It is 15 cm tall and weighs 400 g. The seller lists it as handmade in India. The photos show the front, two sides, the back and a close view of the upper half.
How it is used
Ardhanarishvara is traditionally linked with the unity of Shiva and Shakti. Many homes keep the figure on a shrine shelf with other images of Shiva.
Looking after it
- Dust with a soft dry cloth.







