Indian Standing Figure of Durga

Many arms, one buffalo, and a trident through the middle of it all.

Metalworkers of India cast this standing figure of Durga in brass, dated in the record to the 17th century or earlier. Durga is commonly depicted with many arms bearing weapons and is often shown defeating the buffalo demon. Here the goddess stands on a stepped square base with arms fanned out, one hand driving a spear down toward a crouching figure at her feet. A high crown rises above her head. The brass is golden, rubbed bright on the edges.

About 4 inches tall. A lot happens in a very small space.