This imposing bronze statue (36 cm, 4.3 kg) depicts Trimukha Maheshvara, a powerful manifestation of Shiva as the 'Great Lord'. The object, dating from the late 17th to 18th century, is a rare example of Brahmin influences within Southeast Asian casting art. The three faces symbolize the deity's omniscience regarding creation, preservation, and destruction. What makes this piece truly unique are the traces of ritual history found under the microscope and the unmistakable craftsmanship of the master caster.
