1309
An Indian Sandstone Head of Vishnu
Total height 11 1/4 in., 28.5 cm.
Estimate: $3,000-$5,000
Sold
$2,500
Live Auction
Chinese and Himalayan Works of Art
Size
Total height 11 1/4 in., 28.5 cm.
Description
An Indian Sandstone Head of Vishnu
10TH/11TH CENTURY
10-11世紀 砂岩毗湿奴像
having a serene expression marked by large heavily-lidded eyes beneath an arched brow, a symmetrical nose, and full lips, wearing an elaborate crown carved with incised beaded elements suggesting vibrant gold jewelry, mounted in a later hardwood stand.
having a serene expression marked by large heavily-lidded eyes beneath an arched brow, a symmetrical nose, and full lips, wearing an elaborate crown carved with incised beaded elements suggesting vibrant gold jewelry, mounted in a later hardwood stand.
Total height 11 1/4 in., 28.5 cm.
Condition
Height without stand 8 1/4 in., 21 cm.
Provenance
Acquired in late 1970s or early 1980s.