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FigureEg13

Modeled clay figure of a seated male flanked by two seated females. All figures sit on a hollow rectangular base with small holes cut in the sides. The right arm of the central figure is raised and clutches the handle of an implement, most of which has broken off. Each of the female figures holds a flower in the hand closest to the central figure. All wear elaborate headdresses, jewelry and colourful garments. The foot of the central figure rests on the hood of a snake.

Culture
South India
Material
clay and paint
Made in
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Aiyanar FigureEg12

Modelled clay figure of a male with legs bowed in a riding pose. The figure is mostly hollow with a large hole through the bottom between the legs. The right arm is upraised clutching the handle of an implement, most of which has broken off. This arm is supported by a strut. The other arm rests on the hip. The figure wears elaborate jewelry, a high headdress, and colourful garments.

Culture
South India
Material
paint and clay
Made in
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf227 a-b

Leather cut-out shadow puppet representing Surgriva, the Monkey King. The figure is a monkey with red skin dressed in military costume with a twisted black and white turban, thick red, black, and natural brown coloured necklaces, and chest ornaments from which a large red heart shape is suspended. Has sharp fangs, a striped moustache, and beard. Four moveable limbs. Feet are not matching. One foot (part b) is detached, has five toes, and an anklet around its red skin. Colours also include green.

Culture
South India
Material
dye, cotton fibre and goat skin
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf226 a-b

A shadow puppet of leather cut out, representing a female figure; dyed black and two shades of red. Costume (part a) is elaborately patterned with black vertical stripes alternating with bands of tiny black incised flowers. Both arms (part a) are jointed at shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Removable head (part b) with a profile face, a nose pin, and numerous flower decorations with an elaborate headdress, does not appear to be matched with the body, which is older, and of a more intricate style. Jointed feet also appear to be replacements.

Culture
South India
Material
dye, cotton fibre and goat skin
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf225

Shadow puppet of leather cut out representing a woman, and a part demon warrior, both astride a stylistic representation of a cart with flower petal wheels. The woman, whose face is in frontal and in profile view, has a chin tattoo, a decoration down her braid, toe rings, and anklets. Demon warrior is wearing chain link jewelry that also serves as horse trappings on the cart.

Culture
South India
Material
dye and goat skin
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf224

A shadow puppet of leather cut out representing a human figure astride a green monster with well-defined female genitalia. Both figures are holding swords. Human is wearing an elaborate costume and crown. Human face is both frontal and in profile. Colours include, red, pink, blue, green, and black.

Culture
South India
Material
dye and goat skin
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf223

A shadow puppet, representing the character Kala Bhairava (the time of the fearful), of leather cut out. Has coiled hair with two long twisted braids down either side. Eyes are staring. Two long sharp side fangs. Has a black beard and moustache. Holding a sword to the figure's right. Wearing tight red shorts and chain link jewelry.

Culture
South India
Material
goat skin and dye
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf222

A shadow puppet, representing the character Rakshasa (night wanderer). Made of leather cut out and depicts a part human-part monster with two large black circular eyes and fangs. Dyed mostly red with green and black. Holding a sword in its left hand. Its right hand is missing from the other outstretched arm, as is the left foot of the raised leg. Wearing chain link jewelry. Long hair is partly broken off.

Culture
South India
Material
dye and goat skin
Made in
Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf220

A shadow puppet of leather cut out representing a male figure, nobly adorned. Aniline dyes have blocked the normal transparency. Dyes include black, red, purple, pink, green, and yellow. Three limbs move. The one moveable arm is jointed at the shoulder and elbow. Costume and jewelry include a series of punched out designs. Has pink skin. Wearing an elaborate yellow, red, and green headdress. Black overcoat has yellow, red, and green accents with a pink, and red belt. Red scarf is decorated with green dots, and edged with pink. Yellow, green, red, purple, and pink pants with black shoes.

Culture
South India
Material
aniline dye and goat skin
Made in
Waltair, Andhra Pradesh, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Shadow PuppetEf219

A shadow puppet of leather cut out representing a male warrior. Face shown in profile with two eyes and sharp teeth. Wearing a heavy helmet and a red skirt with a black sash. Holding a sword in his left hand. Has long elaborate red earrings and a red and white necklace. Has a pointed black beard. One arm is missing.

Culture
South India
Material
dye and goat skin
Made in
Karnataka, India
Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
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