Nandikesvara

Nandikeshvara, a double-sided horned figure of Nandi is Shiva's most devoted servant in anthropomorphic form. Nandikeshvara's posture, with folded arms, is that of a devotee rather than a weapon-wielding gatekeeper. He stands upon a double lotus petal pedestal.

Kind

artefact

Date

1000–1100 CE