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A close side view of a polished silver-toned metal sculpture of a mythical creature's head, with a curved horn-like crest, an open mouth showing a tongue-like form, a rope-twisted collar at the neck, a ridged cheek plate and a large round eye with a raised brow. It rests against a dark corrugated metal shutter, and a carved wooden or metal box-shaped element stands at the right edge.

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Making Of Sacred Arts UniversityA close view of a polished silver processional vehicle, showing the carved head of a bull or Nandi-style mount with a curled tongue, rope-like neck band, and textured ear and eye details. The silver figure stands in a dim interior with teal-painted wooden frames, a brass canopy edge above, and red-tinted panels in the background. No people are visible in the frame.Close photograph of a large polished silver procession figure of a bull (Nandi) head with ornate chased detailing, beaded collar and decorative silver chest panel, displayed in a dim storage or temple-side room. Behind it stands a dark wooden or metal figure on a green, red and yellow painted wooden platform, with blue metal support poles and red-handled hardware at right. A partially visible person in a white garment stands at the upper left in the background. The scene is cluttered with stored equipment and red floor covering.Close-up photograph of an ornate silver procession item shaped as a bird's head on a long, scaled neck, with a curved beak, a large glass-like inlaid eye and engraved decorative bands. The silver is tarnished and cracked in places. Behind it stands a weathered stone pillar against a dark ceiling, and a red wooden edge is visible at lower left.A close view of a polished silver vahana, the head of a mythical animal with an open mouth, large eye, ridged mane and ornate engraved chest plate, set against a dark background with a red cloth and a wooden box behind it. The chest plate and head carry detailed filigree patterns and a braided silver rope around the neck. The image is a photograph of a ritual vehicle piece, with no people visible.Close-up photograph of a polished silver or silver-plated vahana sculpture of a mythical animal head with an open mouth showing fangs and a curled tongue, a rope-twisted collar, and repousse floral motifs along the neck. A red-painted wooden or metal frame edge and a corrugated shutter stand behind it, with a brick wall on the left. No people are visible.Making Of Sacred Arts UniversityMaking Of Sacred Arts UniversityOctober 15 20082008-10-15A close-up photograph of a large silver-coloured metal vahana, a bull or Nandi figure with a broad muzzle, textured forehead and curled horns, being inspected by a hand with a pointing index finger. The hand, in a white sleeve, touches the bull's snout. Behind it are a red metal stand, a shuttered door and a dark background with ornately embossed silver panels. No person is visible except the partial hand and arm. The scene appears to be a workshop where a vahana is being made or checked.Close-up photograph of two silver animal heads. No people are present. The metal is polished and reflective.2008-10-15Close photograph of a large silver-plated ceremonial vehicle or procession item shaped as a sacred animal head. The silver surface is embossed with braided rope borders, scrollwork and a dark patina. A red metal stand frames the object on the right, and a silver bowl-shaped fitting projects from the side. A person in a light-coloured sleeve touches the figure, and the background is dim. No a person candidate is visible.