Khajuraho

Bearer of date palms, or scorpions
Alternative Names
खजुराहो
खर्जुरवाहक
Date
885–1000 CE
Work Type
temple / temple complex
sculptural relief
Material/Technique
sandstone
Style/Period
Chandela

The scorpion may refer to Shiva who is depicted with a garland of snakes and scorpions in his fierce form

References

See Also
Related Fieldwork Collection
Rock-cut Architecture of India
  • Laksmana Temple - Exterior: temple wall
    Exterior: Temple wall
  • Laksmana Temple - Exterior: temple wall
    Exterior: Corner shrine on temple wall, signed "Chhichha"
  • Laksmana Temple - Exterior: temple wall
    Exterior: Temple wall
  • Interior: Bracket with Yaksha figure, signed "Vaidiga"
  • Visvanatha Temple - Interior
    Interior: Deity with an inscription at base signed "Shrigashri"
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