Two Bronze or Brass Lota, India 19th century or earlier

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1900: item #732739
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TWO BRONZE/BRASS LOTA, INDIA, 19TH CENTURY OR EARLIER.

These lota are so similar in size and shape that one could be forgiven for calling them a pair. They differ only in the placement and thickness of their bands. I have owned them for more years than I care to remember and have always admired their elegant simplicity. They are cast, quite heavy; and impossible to date accurately as the design probably dates b... Click for details

Ganesh in Lalita Asana, Pala dynasty, stone, 12th c

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1492: item #731790

Well carved Ganesha, seated in Lalita Asana. Pala dynasty 12th century. Below the right foot and the lotus flower we see Ganesha's Rat. Lower right and upper hands with attributes. Very nice face and ears. Some damage on lower left hand and knee, and chip on back lower base. The figure barely stands by it self but can be mounted. This idol has amulet size. Ganesha said to bring luck in business. H: 8cm or little over 3".

Jambala in Lalita Asana, Bronze, Pala 11th c

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1492: item #731785

Wonderful worshipped miniature Jambala from NE-India, Pala Dynasty, 11th century. Jambala seated in Lalita Asana position. Face slightly worn from worshipping. Pala bronzes are amongst the rarest and most beautiful works of Buddhist and Hindu idols. Pala (and Gupta) periods are by far the two most important periods of Art in India which influenced huge parts of SE-Asia and their religious Arts. H: 5.5 cm or little over 2".

Vishnu standing, Pala dynasty, 12th c, stone

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1492: item #731116

Standing Lord Vishnu with his attributes Lotus, Conch, Mace and Wheel. On the sides of Lord Vishnu his consorts, welcoming him in this reincarnation by comforting him with a Fly wisk and playing heavenly music on the Vina. All standing on individual bases of double Lotus flowers. Lord Vishnu is seen with a serene face with prominent facial characters and is nice bejeweled. Bottom front of figure carved with Worshippers, flowers and a central Garuda the vehicle of Lord Vishnu. This is an almost p... Click for details

18thC sitting Durga Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #728228
R18D13

This is a good size late 18th century devotional statue of the Hindu goddess Durga portrayed in the sitting position. It is a very attractive piece, with a lustrous golden patina and smooth heavy feel. Considering its color and heft, it is possible that this bronze alloy includes a small amount of gold. Durga is an incarnation of the goddess Parvati, and was manifest when evil forces threatened the existence of the gods. ... Click for details

18thC Krishna Vittobha Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #728227
R18K55

This is a rather rare form of Krishna from Tamil Nadu in the mid 18th century, shown in a straight upright pose and holding a conch shell in his left hand. Images of Vittobha are relatively rare. Vittobha is a form of Krishna (sometimes also Vishnu) and is typically portrayed with a conical headdress and with hands on hips, as in this image. This small piece is worn smooth by many years of prayer, and has a nice sleek feel and chocolate brown patina. ... Click for details

18thC Shiva Khandoba Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #726660
R18SP18

Late 18th century Indian bronze sculpture from Maharashtra depicting Khandoba (a form of Shiva worshipped in Western India) mounted on a horse with his wife Mhalsa (the corresponding form of Parvati) behind him, and a dog by the leg of the horse. Both Khandoba and Mhalsa hold bowls in their left hands, and Khandoba has a short sword in his right hand and a club behind his back. It is very good quality casting with a beautiful reddish-brown patina and faces beautifully worn from 200 years of wors... Click for details

E19thC folk-style Garuda Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1837 VR: item #726225
R19GZ16

Garuda is the half-man, half-eagle vehicle of Vishnu. This early 19th century Garuda murti comes from western India and has a unique gunmetal grey patina consistent with its age. Garuda is shown kneeling in prayer and is appealing in his peaceful visage and small wings.

Height 6.8 cm, width 3.8 cm.

18thC dancing Krishna Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1800: item #726205
R18K04

Very petite 18th century votive South Indian bronze sculpture of Balakrishna (dancing Krishna) with his right leg raised, holding a butter ball in his right hand, and his left arm outstretched. Excellent casting and detailing, very gracious and dynamic posture, especially that of his outstretched arm, wonderful patina, traces of powder used during worship. The left foot was broken a long time ago, currently suspended on a wire with a wooden base. This is the smallest Balakrishna I have ever enco... Click for details

19thC folk Durga on lion Indian bronze

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Indian Subcontinent: India Pre 1837 VR: item #726201
R19D10

This rare early 19th century bronze from Himachal Pradesh is a representation of the powerful goddess Durga riding a lion. The attributes she holds in her four hands are a sword, wheel, conch shell, and discus. The goddess can be detached from the lion. Height 7.5 cm, width 5.7 cm.