The god Shiva as Dakshinamurthy is nearly always depicted sitting in silence under the banyan with rishis at his feet. It is thought of as perfectly symbolizing eternal life due to its seemingly unending expansion. In many stories of Philippine mythology, the banyan (locally known as balete or balite) is said to be home to a variety of spirits.
- Framed: 28 x 21 x 0 in
- Subject Matter: Landscape