Antique Veerabhadra Plaque | Karnataka | Lord Shiva

This 19th-century Veerabhadra plaque from Karnataka depicts the fierce warrior manifestation of Lord Shiva in a richly detailed devotional composition. Veerabhadra is shown wearing a peaked crown adorned with a Naga, an attribute associated with protection and divine power.

The four-armed figure holds a bow and arrow, sword and shield, emphasising Veerabhadra's warrior aspect. Flanking him are Daksha and Sati, connecting the plaque to the well-known Hindu narrative of Sati's sacrifice and Veerabhadra's emergence from Lord Shiva's wrath following Daksha's disrespect towards Shiva.

The composition is completed by the sun and moon at the upper corners, traditional celestial symbols that add balance to the central figure. Together, Veerabhadra, Daksha, Sati and the celestial motifs create a compact narrative representation of an important episode in Shaivite mythology.

With its 19th-century date, Karnataka provenance and detailed iconography, this Veerabhadra plaque is an evocative example of South Indian devotional art and traditional Hindu religious sculpture. It would be of particular interest to collectors of Shaivite objects, Veerabhadra imagery and historic Indian devotional art.

Details

Object: 19th Century Veerabhadra Plaque
Deity: Veerabhadra, fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva
Origin: Karnataka, India
Iconography: Four-armed Veerabhadra with bow, arrow, sword and shield
Crown: Peaked crown with Naga
Flanking Figures: Daksha and Sati
Celestial Motifs: Sun and moon
Tradition: Shaivite devotional and religious art
Dimensions: H6.5 × L5.5 × B0.5 in, excluding base
Display: Mounted on a base
Condition: Antique condition with natural age-related characteristics
Authenticity: Comes with an authenticity certificate from The Blue Trunk.