Ragas and Raginis: A Pictorial and Iconographic Study of Indian Musical Modes Based on Original Sources c10.171
Rāgas and Rāginīs: A Pictorial and Iconographic Study of Indian Musical Modes Based on Original Sources c10.171
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“Bhairava: On his matted locks the Ganges sparkle and play; his large forehead is clasped by snakes; his three eyes offer emancipation from all woes; and round his face the earpendants dangle; his body, smeared with ashes, carries ornaments provided by snakes; and his hands carry the trident, and the drum which he beats; it is the incomparable picture of Sadā-Śiva (a gracious aspect of the God). The melody of Bhairava shines as a great masterpiece (picture).”¹