The Gatekeeper in Indian Art

Strongman Guarding Temple

© K.L.Kamat/Kamat's Potpourri
Strongman Guarding Temple
Temple Bouncer (Doorman)

Detail from a sculpture at Sukkeri (near Karwar)
See also:
God of the Commons
The Dwara-Palakas of India
The Guardians

Pictures
Vishnu as GuardianTemple Guardian -- from a wall mural in KarnatakaMuscular watchman (Dwarapalaka), AiholeCarved head of a Dwarapalaka (doorman)Marvels in Monochrome
Temple Guard with Gun and DaggersWoman Doorkeeper from a Goan TempleGatekeeper of a Luxury HotelSacred Area. Keep OutSmall Temple, Huge Guardians
Hoysala Style Gatekeeper Decorated DoormanKadri Temple Features a Diety as a DoormanPerhaps the Outfit of a WatchmanYou are here
Portrait of a Watchman

 

Kamat's Potpourri The Timeless Theater The Gatekeeper in Indian Art Temple Bouncer (Doorman)