DURGA STYLE
OR
DRISHTI GANESH (Tanjavur)

Durga, or a manifestation of Parvati, Lord Shiva's divine consort, was an answer to the prayers of the Devas (celestial beings in heaven) to come down and kill a terrible Asura (demon). Indian mythology is full of references to woman power being the only solace where manly or even Godly strength has failed.
Ganesh or Ganapati is the favourite son of Parvati and Lord Shiva. In this detailed and beautiful bronze sculpture/painting, He is shown in the form akin to Goddess Durga with eight hands, each holding an awesome weapon of destruction gifted by the various Gods and the ferocious vehicle, the Lion to boot.