The Goddess Durga as Bhadrakali, ca. 1675. Beetles form parts of Durga's jewelry.
Featured on PDR in the collection Beetle Carapaces in Basohli Miniature Paintings (ca. 1660–1700)
In his fourteenth-century treatise on gemology, the Rajasthani scientist Ṭhakkura Pherū tracks the origins of precious stones back to a trip taken by the demon Bala to the heavens:
Also appearing in the collection…
The Goddess Durga as Bhadrakali
Date
ca. 1675
Digital Rights
- Labelled “Public Domain”
- See their general rights page
- We offer this info as guidance only