Sitalmata (the Smallpox Goddess), and Stone Lingams Being Worshipped, Calcutta

Raghubir Singh Indian

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In this work, Singh captures the popular votive figures used by Hindus today in festivals, ceremonies, and homes. The photograph provides an interesting comparison with the work of Ravinder Reddy, whose sculptures are influenced by votive figures of this type.

Sitalmata (the Smallpox Goddess), and Stone Lingams Being Worshipped, Calcutta, Raghubir Singh (Indian, 1942–1999), Chromogenic print

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