Shiva Nataraja

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Shiva Nataraja, 13th century bronze masterpiece from Chola Dynasty South India, proudly showcased at the Musée du Cinquantenaire in Brussels, Belgium. Captured with precision by CapturingReality. Nataraja Naṭarāju, meaning "the lord of dance," embodies Shiva as the cosmic ecstatic dancer. His dynamic dance is known as Tandavam or Nadanta, depending on the context. The pose and artwork are meticulously described in Hindu texts like Anshumadbhed agama and Uttarakamika agama. This iconic dance relief or idol is a revered feature in all major Shaivite temples. For more inspiring updates, follow me on Twitter at @GeoffreyMarchal.