Four Arms Collection

Vishnu, 8th-9th century (gold & silver)
DBP420649 Vishnu, 8th-9th century (gold & silver) by Indonesian; height: 19 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Dirk Bakker

Hari-Hara, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat
STC196042 Hari-Hara, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat, engraved by Poisson, published 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat

An aspect of Shiva, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat
STC196036 An aspect of Shiva, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat, engraved by Poisson, published 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat

Bhairava, c. 1300 (andesite)
DBP420635 Bhairava, c.1300 (andesite) by Indonesian School, (14th century); height: 167 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bhairava)

Statue of Ganesh Enthroned (wood)
CHT174621 Statue of Ganesh Enthroned (wood) by Indian School, (17th century); Musee de la Chasse et de la Nature, Paris, France; (add.info.: protector of knowledge)

Parvati, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat
STC196045 Parvati, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat, engraved by Poisson, published 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat

Figure of Indian goddess Kali holding a thunderbolt (ivory)
451585 Figure of Indian goddess Kali holding a thunderbolt (ivory) by Chinese School; height: 25.4 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Shiva Mahadeva (bronze, gold & silver)
DBP420630 Shiva Mahadeva (bronze, gold & silver) by Indonesian School, (9th Century); height: 108 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Indonesian, out of copyright

Shiva (andesite)
DBP420629 Shiva (andesite) by Indonesian School, (13th century); height: 123 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Indonesian, out of copyright

Varaha, engraved by de Marlet (colour litho)
STC147703 Varaha, engraved by de Marlet (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: man with head of a wild boar; holds traditional attributes of Vishnu;)

Wiebesana Dewa Raja, the Four Hill Guards, from The History
STC414243 Wiebesana Dewa Raja, the Four Hill Guards, from The History and Doctrine of Buddhism by Edward Upham, 1829 (colour litho) by English School

Vishnu, engraved by de Marlet (litho)
STC147596 Vishnu, engraved by de Marlet (litho) by Geringer, A. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Sani, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat
STC196040 Sani, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat, engraved by Poisson, published 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat

Ardhanarishvara, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat
STC196038 Ardhanarishvara, from Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine by Pierre Sonnerat, engraved by Poisson, published 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat

Statue of Vishnu in his triple form of Vishnu, Narayana and Vasudeva, Angkor Thom
XIR165829 Statue of Vishnu in his triple form of Vishnu, Narayana and Vasudeva, Angkor Thom (bronze) by Cambodian; Musee National de Phnom Penh, Cambodia; (add.info.: holding the club, the conch)

Ganesh, late 12th-early 13th century, Angkor (bronze)
XIR155546 Ganesh, late 12th-early 13th century, Angkor (bronze) by Cambodian; 23.5x25.5 cm; Musee National de Phnom Penh, Cambodia; out of copyright

Upper finishing of the facade of Batllo House with a pinnacle finished in a four-armed cross, built between 1904 and 1907 by Antoni Gaudi

Shiva and Parvati sculpture. Orissa, India, 13th century AD. Stone sculpture shows the powerful Hindu deity Shiva, with his consort Parvati, the daugter of the mountain, seated on his knee

Hindu god Vishnu, sitting cross legged and holding conch, sceptre, bracelet and flower in his four hands

Bronze figure of Nataraja. Chola dynasty. Around 1100 AD. Br
Bronze figure of Nataraja. From Tamil Nadu, southern India. Chola dynasty. Around 1100 AD. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Indra, God of Storms, riding on an elephant, 1820-25 (gouache on paper)
BAL4525 Indra, God of Storms, riding on an elephant, 1820-25 (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: the Aryan God of War; ); Indian

Standing Vishnu (stone)
XIR155547 Standing Vishnu (stone) by Cambodian, (9th century); 159x72 cm; Musee National de Phnom Penh, Cambodia; out of copyright

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"Embracing the Divine: The Enigmatic Allure of Four Arms" Intriguing and captivating, the depiction in various sculptures and artworks from ancient India unveils a rich tapestry of religious symbolism. From the resplendent Shiva and Parvati sculpture in Orissa to the awe-inspiring Deity Mahakala crafted with wood and gold leaf, these divine representations evoke a sense of wonder. The eighth to ninth-century Vishnu statue adorned with gold and silver showcases the deity's omnipotence through his multiple limbs. Similarly, Hari-Hara, as depicted by Pierre Sonnerat in his Voyage aux Indes et a la Chine, merges both Shiva and Vishnu into one form—a testament to their interconnectedness. Bhairava's imposing figure carved from andesite exudes power while Ganesh enthroned on wood embodies wisdom. These deities' four arms symbolize their ability to simultaneously engage in multiple aspects of life—protection, creation, destruction—reflecting their multifaceted nature. The goddess Kali holding a thunderbolt made from ivory epitomizes her fierce energy harnessed for righteous purposes. Meanwhile, Shiva Mahadeva's bronze sculpture embellished with gold and silver exemplifies his cosmic presence encompassing all realms. As we delve deeper into this artistic realm, we encounter an aspect of Shiva captured by Pierre Sonnerat—an enigmatic portrayal that invites contemplation about divinity's mysteries. Finally, Varaha engraved by de Marlet enchants us with its vibrant colors—a vivid representation showcasing Lord Vishnu rescuing Mother Earth from chaos. These depictions remind us that beyond physical forms lie profound spiritual meanings. The manifestation signifies transcendence over human limitations—the ability to embrace diverse roles effortlessly while embodying divine qualities such as strength, compassion or knowledge. Through these masterpieces spanning centuries pasts emerges an appreciation for the intricate symbolism and devotion to these deities.