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Mukhalinga altar with naga - Mukhalinga altar with naga India, 18th century Metal casting depicting the aniconic form of Shiva (lingam) from which the face of the deity emerges, lying between the coils of a large serpent (naga), recognizable by the large head that acts as a background and halo to Shiva. In front of the deity pays his respects to a small Nandi, Shiva's bull vehicle. H. 20 X 8.5 X 8.5 cm