Natesa

Kankoduttavanitham, Thanjavur District. Height 86cm. 12th Century AD.

This figure of Natesa also has four arms carrying damaru and agni in his upper hands. The lower left is in gajahasta and his lower right is in abhaya. This image is noted for its vigour and it is one among the well executed bronzes. The prabha has interesting details and has become ornate.