Durga is the Hindu warrior goddess and a major deity in the Shaktism tradition, representing divine feminine power and the mother of the universe. She is known for her fierce nature, fighting evil as Mahishasuramardini (slayer of the buffalo demon). Worshipped across India, she is the central figure of the annual Durga Puja festival, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage event celebrated in Kolkata and other regions.
This piece is likely from a village temple in northern India, early to mid 19th C
Measures approximately 13" L x 5" W x 17" H
Collection = Sculpture
Item Number: 901-36