Panel of a Portable Shrine with Karttikeya, the God of War 6th century Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara) Here, the god of war Karttikeya, eldest son of Shiva and Parvati, is accompanied by a peacock, his vehicle, and a male donor presenting an offering. The deity is also associated with the rooster, likely the bird he holds in one hand. In his lower-left hand, he displays a victory laurel, marking his triumphs in combat, the most celebrated of which is the slaying of the demon Taraka. Karttikeya touches the donors head with the laurel, as if bestowing victory upon him.. Panel of a Portable Shrine with Karttikeya, the God of War 38181
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