Model
late 19th century (made)
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An ascetic with his left foot bound up as a penance. Ascetics are religious devotees who practice cult religions such as Shakta or Naga and are typically known as Sadhus or ascetics. They are detached from life, although not necessarily devoid of its pleasures. The Sadhus practice rituals involving fire, water, yoga, and meditation, and beg for a living, following the lifestyle of Lord Shiva.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Painted clay |
| Brief description | Clay model, an ascetic with his left foot bound up, India, late 19th century |
| Physical description | An ascetic with his left foot bound up as a penance. Ascetics are religious devotees who practice cult religions such as Shakta or Naga and are typically known as Sadhus or ascetics. They are detached from life, although not necessarily devoid of its pleasures. The Sadhus practice rituals involving fire, water, yoga, and meditation, and beg for a living, following the lifestyle of Lord Shiva. |
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| Accession number | IS.195-1949 |
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| Record created | March 11, 2003 |
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