Shiva performs several roles as a Hindu deity. He is the great ascetic, the master of fertility, the master of poison and medicine, and Lord of Cattle. His combined roles are exemplary of a tendency in Hinduism to see complementary qualities in a single ambiguous figure. A unique gift for any occassion, amazing 3 Dimensional image encapsulated within the paperweight. Light box can be purchased separately to create a amazing colour effect. Each piece supplied in a branded gift box.