The Seven Mother Goddesses (Matrikas) Flanked by Shiva-Virabhadra and Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles

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The Seven Mother Goddesses (Matrikas) Flanked by Shiva-Virabhadra and Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles

India, Madhya Pradesh, 9th century
Sculpture
Red sandstone
10 1/2 x 35 1/4 x 5 in. (26.67 x 89.53 x 12.7 cm)
Gift of Paul F. Walter (M.80.157)
Not currently on public view

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