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Sphinxes in Indian Art and Tradition

Figure 30. Narrative sculpture of the race between Bhima and the sphinx or purushamriga in
the Nallai-appar temple in Tirunelveli
Granite
17th century
Approximately 170 cm in height, including the base.
Photo by Raja Deekshithar, 8 December 2004



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