The most famous of all the bronze icons is that of "Nataraja" or Adavallar. The symbolism presents Shiva as lord of the cosmic dance of creation and . He is active, yet aloof, like the gods on the Parthenon Frieze. Surrounding Shiva, a circle of flames represents the universe, whose fire is held in Shiva's left rear palm. His left front arm crosses his chest, the hand pointing in "elephant trunk" position ("gaja hasta") to his upraised left foot, which signifies liberation. His right foot tramples the dwarf "Apasmara", who represents ignorance.