Vithoba Rakhumai
Description
These images are of Vithoba also known as Vitthala or Pandurang and his consort Rakhumai.They are predominantly worshipped in Maharashtra and Karnataka. The main shrine of Vithoba is in Pandharpur, Maharashtra.Vithoba is considered as the manifestation of lord Vishnu and hence sometimes depicted holding shankha (conch) and chakra (wheel) which are attributes of Vishnu. Both Vithoba and Rakhumai are always depicted standing on a brick with their hands resting on waist - akimbo.
Sir Ratan Tata Art Collection.
Collection
Sculptures
Object Type
Metal Image
Material
Copper
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
Lost wax process
Date
Early 20th Century CE
Location
Maharashtra
Dimension
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