Varaha, the boar
Title

Varaha, the boar

Caption

Varaha, the boar (the third incarnation of Vishnu).Varaha is shown as a powerful, dark-complexioned male figure with a boar’s head and prominent tusks. He carries in his upper right hand the chakra (discus) and in his upper left the shankha (conch). He strides ahead while looking over his shoulder and his fists are clenched, ready to punch the enemy.

Date

1830

Credit line

Photo12/UIG/Universal History Archive

Reference

UMG22A53_069

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No

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