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| Lot# & Name: |
429. Indian Red Sandstone Sculpture with Deity |
| Estimate: |
$15,000-$18,000 |
| Current High Bid: |
$0.00 |
| Auction Closed(Final Price) |
$0.00 |
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| Category: |
Asian Art
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| Sub Category: |
China - Early Periods
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| Culture or Country: |
Chandela, Kajuraho region, India.
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| Period: |
Ca. 10th - 12th century A.D.
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| Size: |
25”H. x 16-1/2”W. |
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| Description: |
Sculpted red sandstone panel depicting a sensuous celestial or deity with a female figure standing to her right, all in high relief. The deity stands on a shelf slightly contraposto with lavish jewelry and a shawl draped around her mostly nude body that consists of exaggerated curves and a beaded necklace. Her face is forward with almond shaped eyes full lips framed by elongated ears and a topknot coiffure. The figure on her right is carved in a similar fashion. Overall scattered remains of a white washed surface. General surface erosion and weathering. Some scattered losses.
*Domestic shipping quoted is for Florida or equivalent distance. West coast delivery will be an additional $500. We recommend a wooden shipping crate. Additional cost: $450* |
| Provenance: |
Collection of a Maryland PhD. Acquired late 1980’s from a Los Angeles private collection dating back to the 1950’s. |
| Shipping Fee: |
| National: |
$1,100.00 |
| International: |
$1,600.00 (This is approximate and for Postal Service. Prices may vary, especially for private carriers such as: FEDEX, UPS and BAX).
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Indian Red Sandstone Sculpture with Deity
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