18thC Vedanta Desika Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1837 VR: item #739631
R18O65

Vedanta Desika lived from 1269 to 1370 and was a great spiritual teacher and writer, and is one of the very few non-deities ever depicted in Hindu murtis. His explanations of the Transcendence and Immanence of God are illuminating. He stands for non-violence, sense-control, universal compassion, infinite patience, wisdom, austerity, meditation, and truth. In this wonderful early 18thC bronze statue, he is meditating in a lotus posture. This item has a very smooth touch and a dark rich patina. No... Click for details

12thC Chola Lakshminarayan Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1492: item #739629
R12VL07

This is a doubly rare, Chola Period (10-12C) bronze murti of Lord Vishnu and his two consorts, Bhudevi and Lakshmi (Sridevi). Not only a rarity due to its age, this particular configuration and pose is also scarcely seen in any timeframe. Similar to the traditional Lakshminarayana figure, where one consort, Lakshmi, sits upon Vishnu's left knee, this image shows both the consorts, one on each knee. This triad is most often shown standing, so this is an unusual opportunity on several counts. Even... Click for details

An Indian, Gupta Period, terracotta figure of Buddha

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre AD 1000: item #738849

A 4/6th century Buddha on base seated in Vajrasana. Lord Buddha wearing diaphanous robe covering both shoulders, his face with serene expression, downcast eyes, aquiline nose, smiling lips, elongated earlobes and curled hairdress and usnisha. Both arms broken. This particular Buddha has not been TL-tested, but will be properly documented towards the new owner since the image comes with a history from a European Auction House. More pictures and information on request. 28 cm. high

An Indian, Post Gupta, terracotta architectural frieze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre AD 1000: item #738843

A 6-7th century, rectangular frieze modelled with a Gana figure, both hands in raised posture, squatting, potbellied and wearing jewellery, his grotesque face with bulging eyes, broad nose, thick lips and elaborate hairdress. A piece with a European Auction House history that follows the piece with the new owner. Dimensions: 17 x 19 cm.

Bidri w. gold and silver, Mughal, 17th c, Deccan

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1700: item #738566

Wonderful Bidri work from Deccan, dating back to 17th c. Originally probably part of Hugga, or used as a stand for a precious item. Beautifully decorated with inlaid gold and silver in floral scrolling pattern with sections of crosses. Gold and silver ca. 90 % intact. Diameter at top: 9cm, 3.5", H: 4.5 cm or 1 3/4"

Huqqa base, Mughal, 18th century, bidri

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #738559

A nice huqqa base from late Mughal period, mid 18th c. Made with floral silver inlay on an alloy of zinc and copper. The concave sides makes this piece looks very impressive. For a similar though not identical example see: Mark Zebrowski "Gold, silver & bronze from Mughal India" p. 236. Condition: Silver inlay almost intact. Some traces of use especially under base. Top reattached. H: 15,5 cm

Anglo Indian watch stand and jewel box Visagapatam

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1900: item #738396
1362/261

An Anglo-Indian box from the Visagapatam region, with a dome-shaped cover , veneered in horn and decorated in typical black pen design, the straps decorated with studs. It is rare to find one fitted with a watch stand and ring slots. age: C. 1860. size: 6 1/2 inches (17cm) long X 4 1/2 inches (11.5cm) wide X 2 2/5 inches ( 6cm) high. condition: very good indeed.

Anglo-Indian silver bowl stamped maker's name

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1900: item #737603
1384/81

An Anglo-Indian eight-sided silver bowl, raised on a circular foot with repoussee decoration around the body of the bowl, depicting a continuous scene of figures, trees, bullocks, boats etc.Half moon panels showing village life at the upper part. It is stamped : Grish Chander Dutt Bhowanipore Calcutta.There were some notable silversmiths working in Calcutta and serving the needs of the British colonial residents. Age: C. 1890. size: 5 3/4inches(14.5cm) diameter.X 4 1/2 inches (11 cm) high. weig... Click for details

18thC standing Parvati Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #734927
R18P41

Parvati is the consort of Shiva and her name means "she who dwells in the mountains". She was the daughter of Himavat (Lord of the mountains) and his queen Mena. She is usually described as very beautiful. In this murti, Parvati is portrayed is the elegant tribhang position, with her left hand in the kathaka position, requesting the offering of flowers. The composition of the murti is very classical and the narrow waist and unusual blue-grey patina give it a definite grace. Height 9.2 cm ... Click for details

18thC Himachali Ganesh with 4-arms

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #734913
R18G65

This unusual Ganesh was cast in the early 18th century. Murtis from Himachal Pradesh are quite uncommon, and this is the only Himachali murti of Ganesh I have encountered. Ganesh is depicted holding attributes in each hand and seated on an integral base. Note his trunk wrapped around the cup in his hand! There is very fine casting with ancient worn surface from devotional use with traces of red powder on surface.

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