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SculptureHari-Hara
This free-standing sculpture is characterized by the division of Shiva and Vishu iconography. Jatamakuta and Trishula of Shiva are in the right whereas Kiritamakuta and disc of Vishu at the left. The long dhoti indicates Indian affiliation but the tiger head at the right side of the dhoti is the iconographical character of Shiva.
SculptureHarihara
One important aspect of eastern Java sculpture is the back started to feature “Bua leaf” which is a unique feature of this period. Besides, sculptures were also decorated fully with ornaments and flowers. Jewellry earrings and “Yatchayopreweet” were decoaretd with pearls and flowers and so was the belt.
