Kerala (South India)
brass alloy
This rare and appealing peacock vahana boasting elegant proportions, stands atop a chamfered pedestal. The peacock displays elaborate plumage, and its body is delicately engraved to give it a naturalistic appearance.
The peacock, known as mayura in Sanskrit, has enjoyed a fabled place in India since and is frequently depicted in temple art, mythology, poetry, folk music and traditions. A Sanskrit derivation of mayura is from the root mi for kill and said to mean “killer of snakes”. Many Hindu deities are associated with the bird, Krishna is often depicted with a feather in his headband, while worshippers of Shiva associate the bird as the steed of the God of war, Kartikeya (also known as Skanda or Murugan). Prominent in many cultures, the peacock has been used in numerous iconic representations, including being designated the national bird of India.
Size (cms): 37.5(H) x 16(W) x 17(D)
Size (inches): 15(H) x 6.5(W) x 6.5(D)
