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Antique Balinese rosewood carving of Vishnu riding Garu

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:75.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Antique Balinese rosewood carving of Vishnu riding Garu
Antique Balinese rosewood carving of Vishnu riding Garuda. In Hinduism, Garuda is a Hindu divinity, usually the mount (vahana) of the Lord Vishnu. Garuda is one of the three principal animal deities in Hindu Mythology that evolved after the Vedic Period in Indian history. Garuda is the king of the birds. He mocks the wind with the speed of his flight. As the appointed charger of Vishnu, he is venerated by all, including humans. Garuda is the son of Kashyap, a great sage, and Vinata, a daughter of Daksha, a famous king. He was hatched from an egg Vinata laid. He has the head, wings, talons, and beak of an eagle and the body and limbs of a man. SIZE: see attached ruler photo. Photos are part of the description representing the condition report and can be used for authentication prior to the sale date. Pangaea Auctions urges Bidder's to view all attached photos in detail.