Nandi Pooja Pedestal

In Hinduism, Nandi is the name of the bull who serves as the mount (Vahana) and gatekeeper of Lord Shiva and Parvati. All over India, temples dedicated to Shiva generally have a seated Nandi displayed at the entrance. This pooja pedestal features a Nandi on an elaborately carved base. A mouse is seated at the front of the base, and the front left foot of the base is missing.