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The Hindu deity Tripurasundari
The Hindu deity Tripurasundari

The Hindu deity Tripurasundari

Place of OriginSouthern India
Dateapprox. 1500-1700
MaterialsStone (gabbro)
DimensionsH. 21 3/4 in x W. 15 in x D. 7 1/4 in, H. 55.2 cm x W. 38.1 cm x D. 81.4 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB61S17+
DepartmentSouth Asian Art
ClassificationsSculpture
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Tripurasundari is the beautiful goddess of the three-tiered city of gold from Hindu mythology. In Hindu Tantric literature, she is one of ten transformations or personifications of the Great Goddess. Tripurasundari is believed to embody the determination of Kali and the grace and charm of Durga. She is characteristically adorned in jewels, seated on a lotus seat upon a throne, and holds two of her traditional symbols—a noose and an elephant goad.