Dikpala on Pillar

Description

A fluted pillar fragment is seen having depiction of Dikpala (guardians of the directions) on its front portion. Figure is standing in Tribhanga mudra and due to abrasion, rest of features are not clear. The right hand of figure is in Abhaya mudra. Floral patterns like inverted lotus, is visible on top of the pillar. A water pot (kalash) is visible in bottom portion of pillar. At the back side of pillar, a bell motif has been carved.