Bronze statue of Virabhadra - India

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1800: item #1108363

Virabhadra is a by Shiva created warrior who protects the Hindu gods and sages. As a spiritual warrior: striving to overcome our own weaknesses. The bronze is of good, heavy quality. Height 16 cm. India, 16/17th. century.

Gold repousse priest amulet: Krishna dancing on Katiya

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre 1900: item #1107032

This gold repousse (22ct) representation of Krishna subdueing Katiya, dancing on Katiya (Katiya mardanam) was the center piece of a necklace that belonged to a priest. Katiya was a seven-headed poisonous snake (naga). Great craftsmanship. India, Tamil Nadu, second half of the 19th. century. The backside is silver (sse the pictures). In excellent condition. Size 5 / 4.3 cm. Weight 28.2 grams. Second half of the 19th. century

A Gandharan Schist Segment of a Frieze – 2nd-3rd Cty

Indian Subcontinent: India: Metalwork Pre AD 1000: item #1106444
ICHI 2506

This frieze fragment was once part of a much larger frieze – probably supporting different times in the life of Buddha. ( A very long superb frieze of the entire life of Buddha can be seen in the Freer Museum, Smithsonian Museum in D.C.) This large fragment measures11 ¼” long by 9 ½” high by 2 ½” thick and is made of the stone known as schist. It portrays two acolytes under a pair of arches and supported at the bottom with a row of columns. The piece is in excellent condition for an item that... Click for details

Anglo Indian Carved Lap Desk with Sadeli, late 19th C.

Indian Subcontinent: India: Handicrafts Pre 1900: item #1104967
4426

Lap desk with carved wood panels depicting lions, dogs, elephants and birds among tendrils. Framed by Sadeli micro mosaic, bone and ebony banding. Fitted interior with several compartments made of sandalwood and lined with red velvet or green fabric. Functioning lock with key. Condition: all knobs replaced, missing banding and Sadeli mosaic. Carved panels chipped. Dimension: closed: 32.2 cm wide x 24.2 cm deep, 8.5 cm high, weight: over 2 kg.

Bronze statue of Mahishasuramardini

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #1104517

Good heavy quality bronze figure of Durga killing Mahisha, the buffalo demon. Height 11.7 cm. and 8.2 cm. wide. India, 16/17th. century.

Indian bronze statue of Lakshman

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1800: item #1104193

Antique bronze statue of Lakshman, brother of Rama. In good condition. The height is 10.8 cm. and the base is 3.2 / 3.2 cm. India, 17th. century

Small bronze statue of Parvati

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #1103887

Elegant small bronze statue of Parvati. 16th./17th. century. India. Height 12.8 cm. Base: 4.9 / 4.9 cm.

Small bronze statue of Rama, Sita and Lakshman

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #1103881

Rare small Indian statue of Rama, Sita and Lakshman. 16th./17th. century. Size: height 9.5 cm., 9.3 cm. wide and 4 cm. deep.

Extremely Rare Indian Bronze Vishnu with Lakshmi

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #1103864

Made in Ganga-Jumna (two color bronze) technique in the 17th century. This complicated technique is nowadays lost. Please note the very fine detail on this figure, like bracelets, anklets and rings. H. 13 cm. Provenance: private collection Belgium. I have many other pieces from this collection and I will be getting more top quality pieces in the future. Please email me for more information.

Magnificent Serpentine GANESHA Carving with Singha Lion

Indian Subcontinent: India: Sculpture Pre 1940: item #1103100

Magnificent Serpentine hand carved GANESHA and Singha Lion Figure. Very good condition, no damage or repair whatsoever. Origin India. Size: H. 20 cm. x W. 12 cm. x D. 4 cm. Very fine workmanship indeed.