Hindu cult figure of copper alloy in the form of the bull Nandi, Shiva's mount and companion, with Shiva-lingam on its back. Nandi is modeled as Indian humped cattle (zebu) with characteristic shoulder hump, long legs, and ceremonial decoration. India 17th-18th century, possibly older. H. 9.5. L. 8.5 cm. Weight approx. 234 g. Appears with strong patina, cannot stand on its own.