People from around the world believed that the sacred feminine symbol for centuries. In fact, there is no doubt that the cultures in general, have appreciated the beauty, while his amazed by the wonders of the female body. The obvious connection with youth and fertility, there is no doubt, with this powerful symbol. For example, the Norton Simon Museum is a place where the first collection of Khmer stone statues found his home. The full collection was established by Mr. Simon himself in the early 1970s. His revived interest in Asian art, was when he was on his honeymoon in India. His second wife, actress Jennifer Jones, appeared to influence this fascination. Thus reflects the collection of Khmer zeal of Mr. Simon, parts that are the heritage of this special culture in Asia were received.

“Where science meets art: ancient sculpture of the Hindu-Buddhist World” is a small exhibition. It has a dozen works of art. Nine of these works are from the museum’s permanent exhibition. The tenth, which is also a modern forgery, is simply the loan. The first piece is called “female torso.” It is dated between 950-1000 CE, and it is the style of Banteay Srei. The true identity of the work is unknown. There are many red sandstone sculptures exist only in fragments. The ends of the delicate carved in the brittle material are easily broken. Sometimes, some parts have been lost over time. Today, archaeologists are not sure what that number might have worn in the hair and held in his hands. There can be nothing done at all. Therefore, its unique identity is almost impossible to know. » Read more: The Fascination of the Female Deity in Asian Art