LINGA-YONI WITH NAGA AND NANDILINGA-YONI WITH NAGA AND NANDIYellow bronzeIndia, Maharashtra 18th century Nandi (white bull) standing at the bottom of the base, which is depicted as the circular twisted body of the snake. On top of the body of the Naga a linga-yoni symbol (principle of generation/Shiva). The cobra shows a partly convex shield with incised “S” motives, a lowered head with a split tongue and a remarkably prominent bi-conical crown. Dimensions: HEIGHT 18,5 CMCondition: Good condition; very good dark patina with some green areas.Provenance: From the collection of an Austrian diplomat