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  Brahma (Thai style)

 

Brahma in Thailand is usually depicted with four faces, known as Phra Phrom Sih Nah. In Khmer and Indian art he is often depicted in the presence of Vishnu and Shiwa (fig.). The seated position, portrayed here, is called lalitasana.

 

 

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