Acc No : 559
Object : Bust of Male Deity
Material : Schist
Measurements (cms) : 52 x 29 x 20
Period : Vijayanagara
Provenance : Hampi

Bust ofan unidentified male Deity probably Virabhadra, wearing cylindrical crown adorned with Shivalinga, flower motifs and kirtimukha symbol. He is well ornamented with beaded hara (necklace) and third eye is seen on his forehead. Parts below the chest including the hands are broken. The round bulging eyes and long protruding side tusks very well demonstrate the fierce attitude of the God.