Karnataka (South India)
brass
Mukha-linga signifies a visage or face on a metallic, cylindrical casting used to cover a stone linga (phallus), which is the phallus symbol of the god Shiva. The linga is made of natural or dressed stone usually in an ovoid configuration. The cover is thought to protect the viewer from the harm that could occur on visualization of the linga, especially one with eyes painted on its surface, which is believed to energize the figure.
Size(cms): 11.5 (H) x 8 (Diameter)
Size(inches): 4.5 (H) x 3 (Diameter)
