Hindu concept of the universe, c1880. Artist: Anon

Hindu concept of the universe, c1880. Artist: Anon

1-155-819 - Oxford Science Archive/Heritage Images

Hindu concept of the universe, c1880. The universe is encircled by a serpent, the symbol of eternity. Mount Meru represents paradise, the earth below it is supported by six elephants, and below this is the infernal region carried by a tortoise.


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People Information

Creator
  1. Anon:

Medium
  1. Engraving

Category Hierarchy

Science & Nature Animal Life

Religion & Belief Hinduism

Science & Nature Astronomy


Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 3736x2835
File Size : 31,030kb


Aliases

  1. 007473
  1. 007473
  1. 0460001832
  1. 1-155-819
  1. 1155819
  1. 1832

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