This is Mahalakshmi, inspired by the presiding deity of Kolhapur. She is holding a Kamandala, a sword, a shield and a fruit in her hands, (Starting from her lower right hand clockwise). The attributes identify her. Mahalakshmi is riding her Vahana, a lion. The deity in Kolhapur is a standing one with her vahana, lion behind her. … Continue reading Mahalakshmi (Kolhapur)