Tandava on Nandi: Balinese Shiva

This contemporary Balinese-style Shiva is shown in a lively dance, seated astride the shoulders of a humanoid Nandi who himself balances in a rhythmic pose on a lotus pedestal. Shiva’s four arms display the classic emblems—trident and damaru above, with abhaya and varada below—while the tall crown, jeweled pectoral, and patterned textiles echo island metalwork and temple dance iconography.