Parrot Head
Gav,
Yes, parrots and horse heads are a very common feature on Indian hilts. Ram and lion heads are also seen.
But this is the first Pichangetti I have seen with a parrot head hilt.
There could always be more that may have escaped my eyes.
The parrot in India represents the vehicle of the Hindu God of Love - 'Kama'. It represents the feeling of love and gentleness, quite the opposite of the instruments of war.
But then, the romantic rose is a favorite adornment on Indian hilts after the poppy and the Iris ;-)
Nidhi
Last edited by olikara; 14th June 2009 at 05:19 PM.
Reason: Added answer to another query
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