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Seated on a tiger, Shiva lifts a hand in blessing. Regarded as the celestial overlord of deliverance through destruction, Shiva has his customary trident by his side as a show of divinity. The hissing cobra that slithers around his head symbolizes his potent divine destructivity, and his matted hair is thought to contain the flow of the Ganges River. Shiva is one of the most complex gods of India, embodying seemingly contradictory qualities. He is both the destroyer and the restorer, the great ascetic and the symbol of sensuality, the benevolent herdsman of souls and the wrathful avenger. Unaffected by the whims of the world, he is innocent and guileless, pure of mind and heart. He does not adorn his body with jewels or flowers — he mats his hair and dresses in animal hide.

Ida Bagus Lawa Bargawa is a master of the batik technique, sketching the figures by hand and applying the wax resist freehand, which requires great skill. A different dye bath is required for each separate colour in his elegant and complex batik "painting."

Designed by Neetu Barathi, this sterling silver pendant necklace is crafted to represent the mystical trishul, or trident of the Hindu got Shiva. The trident, which represents Shiva's control over the earth, sea, and sky, is realized with a keen eye for detail, accentuated by a combination of finishes.

Inspired by the might of the Hindu god Shiva, Neetu Barathi designs this pendant necklace from India. Crafted from sterling silver, Shiva's majestic trishul, or trident, signifies his control over the earth, sea, and sky, as well as his ability to banish evil omens. The trident is accompanied by Shiva's damaru, or drum, which represents the universe.

Inspired by the awesome power of the Hindu god Shiva, Indian artisan Bhavya Jain designs this wrap ring. Crafted from sterling silver, the ring displays the image of Shiva's trishul, or trident, which symbolizes his power over the earth, sea, and sky, as well as his ability to banish evil. The trident is displayed alongside Shiva's damaru, or drum, signifying the universe.

Inspired by the Helm of Awe from ancient Norse iconography, Indian designer Shivani Choudhary creates a necklace that celebrates Hinduism. Spread out like a star, various depictions of the trishul, or trident of Lord Shiva are realized in sterling silver with a combination of finishes. According to Hindu teachings, Shiva's trishul represents his dominion over the earth, sea, and sky, as well as his power to banish evil.

Inspired by the grace of the Hindu god Shiva, Neetu Barathi designs this sterling silver pendant necklace from India. Displayed in front of the omkara symbol for the meditative mantra om, Shiva's trishul, or trident, signifies his control over the earth, sea, and sky while banishing bad omens. The trident is accompanied by Shiva's damaru, or drum, which symbolizes the universe.

Inspired by the Helm of Awe from ancient Norse iconography, Indian designer Shivani Choudhary creates a pendant that celebrates Hinduism. Spread out like a star, various depictions of the trishul, or trident of Lord Shiva, are realized in sterling silver with a combination of finishes. According to Hindu teachings, Shiva's trishul represents his dominion over the earth, sea, and sky, as well as his power to banish evil.

Depicted in a seated position, the iconic elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesha is striking in this pendant necklace from India. Shivani Choudhary designs this wonderfully intricate accessory, crafted from sterling silver by local artisans.

Known as the goddess of wealth, the beautiful Hindu goddess Lakshmi is seated atop a lotus flower. Ajay Pati designs this Indian pendant necklace, which is crafted from sterling silver and treated with a combination of finishes.