The Boar avatar. Third of the Dashavatara. Rescued the Earth (Bhudevi) from the demon Hiranyaksha who dragged her into the cosmic ocean. Lifted the Earth on his tusks. Represents restoration of cosmic order.
Boar-headed with human body. Four arms holding shankha, chakra, gada, and Earth on tusks. Often depicted with Bhudevi seated on his arm or lap.