Durga Mahishasuramardini in battle with Mahishasura – Bronze – India – 18 cm – 942 g - Bronze - India - 20th century

The bronze figure of Durga Mahishasuramardini captures a moment from Hindu mythology where the goddess Durga battles the buffalo demon Mahishasura. This iconic imagery symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, strength, and divine protection. Cast in bronze in 20th century India, the statuette reflects traditional religious art forms that celebrate powerful deities central to Hindu worship. Bronze casting has been a key medium in Indian sculptural art, allowing for durable and detailed depictions of gods and goddesses. This figure, weighing close to a kilogram and measuring 18 cm tall, communicates intense dynamism and spiritual narrative, often used in rituals or as a decorative symbol of faith and cultural heritage.