Khajuraho

Bearer of date palms, or scorpions
Alternative Names
खजुराहो
खर्जुरवाहक
Date
885–1000 CE
Material/Technique
Style/Period

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

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Related Fieldwork Collection
  • Exterior: Detail of inscription on temple wall