Vamana, the fifth incarnation of Bhagwan Vishnu, appeared as a humble dwarf Brahmin before the mighty Asura king Mahabali.
Carrying the sacred water pot and umbrella, Vamana asked Mahabali for only three steps of land. Once the promise was granted, he revealed his cosmic form as Trivikrama, covering the earth and heavens in two steps.
The sculpture captures the serene yet powerful presence of Vamana, reminding us that divine power may appear in the most humble form.
Vamana Avatar – Outer Wall, Jagannath Temple, Khidderpore, Kolkata