A bronze figure of Hevajra and Nairatmya
Northeastern India, Pala period, 11th/12th century
Finely cast with Hevajra embracing Nairatmya as they stride in alidhasana over prone figures on a round openwork lotus base, he with five faces, sixteen arms and four legs, both wearing silver jewelry and holding various implements
5 in. (12.8 cm.) high
A bronze figure of Hevajra and Nairatmya
Northeastern India, Pala period, 11th/12th century
Finely cast with Hevajra embracing Nairatmya as they stride in alidhasana over prone figures on a round openwork lotus base, he with five faces, sixteen arms and four legs, both wearing silver jewelry and holding various implements
5 in. (12.8 cm.) high