Object Notes

Lokapalas were guardian kings of the four directions. They are usually shown as armed figures. This work embodies Tibetan ideas of wrathful-looking deities who are protective forces.

The Khmer kings of the 9th to 13th centuries constructed extensive temple complexes dedicated to the Buddha or to the Hindu gods, most often to Shiva.

Nandi, or Nandin, means "the joyous one." This young bull is the mount of the god Shiva. Like the god, the bull is shown as still youthful, with immature horns. Also like Shiva, he looks radiant and loveable. To Hindus, Nandi is part of Shiva's family, like the children of Shiva and his wife, Parvati.

Dvarapalas are protective guardian figures in Khmer art. They avert evil from the building they guard.

In its early wares, the Caughley Factory closely followed the forms and decoration of the Worcester Factory.

Geoff Winningham's series A Texas Dozen consists of 15 photos recording public participation in popular rituals—college football, the rodeo, and high school proms.

Geoff Winningham's series A Texas Dozen consists of 15 photos recording public participation in popular rituals—college football, the rodeo, and high school proms.

Geoff Winningham's series A Texas Dozen consists of 15 photos recording public participation in popular rituals—college football, the rodeo, and high school proms.

Geoff Winningham's series A Texas Dozen consists of 15 photos recording public participation in popular rituals—college football, the rodeo, and high school proms.

Geoff Winningham's series A Texas Dozen consists of 15 photos recording public participation in popular rituals—college football, the rodeo, and high school proms.