Vintage Brass Dancing Nataraj Shiva Statue

Vintage Brass Dancing Nataraj Shiva StatueTraveling Man Treasures is selling this vintage brass Dancing Nataraj Shiva statue. The Nataraj imagery is a depiction of the Hindu god Shiva as the divine dancer. This piece is in fine condition, and its smaller size allows it to be placed on altars or in other intimate settings. The sculpture is symbolic of Shiva as the lord of dance and dramatic arts. It typically shows Shiva dancing in one of the Natya Shastra poses, holding Agni (fire) in his

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