This striking bronze sculpture from Nepal portrays Lord Shiva seated regally atop a stylized lion, merging powerful symbolism with refined craftsmanship. Though Shiva is traditionally associated with Nandi the bull, this unique depiction places him on a lion, symbolizing dominion over primal forces and a fusion of iconographic traditions—possibly drawing influence from Buddhist and Tantric artistic motifs. Shiva is shown in a dynamic posture, holding a serpent and a weapon, conveying both his role as destroyer of ignorance and protector of cosmic balance. His detailed headdress, jewelry, and expressive features reflect the continuity of Nepalese bronze artistry, rooted in ancient casting techniques and spiritual symbolism. The lion is rendered with bold energy—its roaring expression and muscular form reinforcing the deity’s divine power and authority. This contemporary creation bridges the past and present, celebrating Nepal’s enduring legacy of religious sculpture while embracing imaginative reinterpretation within sacred art.

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