Chola Dynasty C 1100 - 1130 AD Black Granite Hindu Figure of Agni - God of Fire, extremely rare with the finest carving on His garments and jewelry. Beautiful condition except the loss of his head , size 38" very heavy 150 on the sculpture and 80 pounds on the 1/2" black steel plate base.
Agni , ‘fire’; . The god of fire in Hinduism, of great importance, especially in the Vedic period. As sacrifice is at the centre of Vedic religion, Agni is at the centre of sacrifice...
President of the Republic of Texas, Sam Houston , White Marble sculpture measuring h;26” x w;24” possibly by Elizabeth Ney…….. Franzisca Bernadina Wilhelmina Elisabeth Ney (26 January 1833 – 29 June 1907) was a German-American sculptor who spent the first half of her life and career in Europe, producing portraits of famous leaders such as Otto von Bismarck, Giuseppe Garibaldi and King George V of Hanover...
A fine pair of early 19th century Italian Neo Classical recumbent male lions in conversation.these lions are hand hewn from Solid blocks of travertine, figures as well as bases from single blocks
These sculptures were executed in Rome,early in tge 19th century and
Purchased there by the family of August Vasaio.
The family owned them throughout the 19th century and shipped them from their home in Pescara, Abruzzo to Washington DC in the 1940s
L’ Enfant Gallery purchased them directly ...
Exquisite and very rare 15/16th Century AVA Disciple from Burma, holding an alms bowl, very gentle, calm and serene expression. Patina reveals some pigment remnants, sandstone of redish-brown-terracotta color.
Very good condition, Size: H. 90cm x W. 25cm x D. 20cm excluding Museum quality stand, weight: about 55 kilos (120 lbs.)
The Splendid Buddha Sakhyamuni figure, standing on a stylized lotus throne.
With both hands raised in vitarkamudra and dressed with a long diaphanous sanghati.
His face with deep serene expression, downcast eyes, arched eyebrows, elongated earlobes.
His hair arranged in tight curls over the ushnisha.
Height 100cm (34 1/2 In)
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This sculpture was carved in 2005 by renowned sculptor Tim Lewis. Tim is an American Stone Carver whose work is represented in the permanent collection of the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, the Huntington Museum of Art in West Virginia, the High Museum, Atlanta, Georgia, as well as the Smithsonian American Museum in Washington, D.C. His work is also included in George H...
This sculpture was carved in 2003 by renowned sculptor Tim Lewis. Tim is an American Stone Carver whose work is represented in the permanent collection of the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, the Huntington Museum of Art in West Virginia, the High Museum, Atlanta, Georgia, as well as the Smithsonian American Museum in Washington, D.C. His work is also included in George H...
This sculpture was carved in 2006 by renowned sculptor Tim Lewis. Tim is an American Stone Carver whose work is represented in the permanent collection of the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, the Huntington Museum of Art in West Virginia, the High Museum, Atlanta, Georgia, as well as the Smithsonian American Museum in Washington, D.C. His work is also included in George H...
The large torso of the adorned Buddha, dating back to glorious Dvaravati period, Late 7th to Early 8th Century. Sensitively carved. Wearing long diaphanous sanghati, the folds elegantly draped over the elbows and gathered at the ankles. Estimate Value: 20 000 - 27 000 Measurements: Height - 89 cm (35 In) For the torso not including display stand in measurement.
Provenance: Property of a british Gentleman...
The Iconic Khmer Horse Headed Divinity Figure,
Standing with both arms broken,
His head with almond-shaped eyes, stylized ears, wearing a conical-shaped headdress finely decorated and secured with a floral patterns decorated tiara.
Wearing a short sampot secured with a belt, a double fish-tail falling in front.
Estimate value: $12 000 = $15 000
Measurements: Height - 105 cm (41 In) , Width 33 cm (13 In)
The piece is in Good condition
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India Marble Ram sculpture from The Palace of a Prince, extremely well carved once one of a pair at the bottom of the staircase in the palace. This piece came directly from the exporter that collected the piece on site.The other sculpture is floating around Los Angeles somewhere .
The horn need repair otherwise in good condition. Size L 20" H 24" W 8" approximately 120 pounds
Wonderful white marble owl sculpture by Canadian Inuit artist Lukta Qiatsuk. Sculpture measures 13.5" high, on stand measures 15" high. Comes with complete documentation which includes a postage stamp that he designed for the Canadian government. Purchased August 3, 1995.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Lukta Qiatsuk, 1928 – 2004, was a Canadian Postwar & Contemporary Inuit artist from Cape Dorset, Nunavut Territory, Canada...
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie...
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie...
Pair of Japanese garden pagodas each and stones Carved with removable tops that can have a candle or light installed. Measuring 39 x 16”, The other measuring 30 x 16“ early 20th century.
The larger one is $3,500 and the smaller one is $2,500. Sold separately or as a pair.
A fine Art Nouveau marble Sculpture of a woman measuring 18” x 14” signed LENHOIR .
A fine seventeenth century marble sculpture of the Greek Goddess Diana, finely carved with provenance from the estate of Daniel Chester French 1850-1931.
The piece bought directly from the estate of the sculptor from his home in Washington,DC.
The sculpture was on his working desk and something he bought in Europe. The home and its contents where bought by the Hefflin family then, purchased by our gallery...
Powerfully carved with slightly smiling lips, broad nose, incised almond-shaped eyes, elongated earlobes and ridged eyebrows.
His hairdress arranged into a cylindrical coiffure secured with a decorated tiara knocked in the back.
A splendid large head of the Creator, Powerfully Carved with a great character.
Estimate Value: $8 000 - $12 000
Measurements: Height - 35 cm (13 3/4 In), Width 24 cm (6 1/2 In)
Provenance: A Private Collection , property of a Singaporian ...
The divinity, finely carved kneeling in Praying posture.
Wearing a long Sampot secured by a decorated belt.
Bare upper body with broad shoulders.
Her face with brad lips, meditative expression, elongated earlobes.
Her Hairdress with an image of Buddha Amitabha.
Measurements: Height - 40 cm (16 In)
Estimate Value: $6000 - $7500
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(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement in the f...
(Consignment)For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement in the figu...
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement...
(Consignment) For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement in the fi...
Length: 7.2 cm (2.9 in)
Width: 5.1 cm (2.1 in)
Depth: 1.25 cm (0.6 in)
Weight of pendant alone: 52 gm (1.83 oz)
Total weight of pendant and chain: 91 gm (3.2 oz)
Exquisite Nephrite jade pendant featuring a dragon and phoenix on opposite sides separated by a hollowed interior; fine scroll-work; pale brownish white; beaded white jade chain; excellent condition; documentation available
(Consignment) For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement i...
Rare Burmese 18th Century Shan State hand carved white Marble Disciple in adoration. Solid and heavy piece. Polychrome with some discoloration due to age, condition: good. Size: H. 20" x W. 11.5" x D. 7.5"
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US. Pronoun: He Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement in the f...
A fine and rare Sixteenth Century Khamir Southeat Asian Carved Stone Sculpture 7” Berlin Estate
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement ...
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement...
(Consignment) For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement i...
(Consignment). For the past 22 years, Massimo Righini has sculpted “STORIES IN STONE” and has exhibited them primarily in the Washington, DC, area at l’Enfant Galerie. His sculptures can be found in some 30 private collections in Italy, France, the UK, and the US.
Pronoun: He
Full Bio: ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
The curriculum of the “Liceo Classico” in Italy included heavy doses of philosophy, mythology and history of art, and Righini’s family had a long tradition of involvement...
Pakistan - Afghanistan, Gandharan Empire, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A finely carved, schist figure representing the goddess Hariti from the Gandharan Empire. she holds a cornucopia in her left hand and had a pomegranate in her right hand now missing as is her knee. wavy hair, as well as the sensitive modeling of Hariti's face demonstrates a classical influence. Size: 7.25" h x 4" w no stand.
Length: 5.4 cm (2.2 in)
Width: 4 cm (1.6 in)
Depth: 1 cm (0.4 in)
Weight: 31.7 gm (1.13 oz)
Fine Chinese green jade Guan Yin pendant; documentation available; very good condition
A beautiful sculpture in Terra Cotta, painted and fired by Artist Max Kassler, American 1905–1992 was an abstract Artist known for some of the most unusual experimental work based on the human figure He was an early student of the Picasso school of painting. This work culminated his idea of abstraction in space. This is part of the collection we have at the gallery. Automatic drawing was pioneered by the English artist Austin Osman Spare who wrote a chapter, Automatic Drawing as a Means to Art...
Original marble sculpture by Theodor Mallener (Czech, 1892-1978). Mallener is a Czech sculptor born in Olomouc, Czechoslovakia. He apparently spent part of his life in Germany, where he died (Schwabmunchen, Bavaria) in 1972. He is listed mainly in Czech sources. There was also a sculptor named Mallener who worked in Vienna for the Goldscheider Factory in the early part of the century who may or may not be the same artist. This sculpture is signed Th. Mallener on the base. It dates from aro...
Width: 4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Depth: 1.1 cm (0.4 in)
Weight: 32 gm (1.12 oz)
Quality Nephrite jade pendant; white/pale yellowish green; excellent condition; documentation available
Length: 5 cm (2 in)
Width: 2.8 cm (1.2 in)
Depth: 1.2 cm (0.5 in)
Weight: 37 g (1.12 oz)
Chinese light green to green translucent jadeite jade pendant; Buddha; includes a jadeite bead; very good condition; documentation available
Rare sparkling White Marble Carving of Shakyamuni Buddha, subduing Mara, 19th Cent. Burma, Good condition, (only tiny tip of Usnisa chipped). Size H. 33 cm x W. 20 cm x D. 6 cm excluding stand. This item has been nicely mounted on a black stand.
Length: 5.8 cm (2.15 in)
Width: 4 cm (1.6 in)
Depth: 1.5 cm (0.6 in)
Weight: 49.1 g (1.72 oz)
Fine Chinese Green Jade lotus and koi pendant; includes a jadeite bead; very good condition
DAVIDEE MANNUMI (1919-1979) Inuit 12" Polar Bear Figurine c1950 Superb & Rare
DAVIDEE MANNUMI (1919-1979)
POLAR BEAR CARVING
This superb carving is in very good condition and carved from Arctic marble. It measures 12" in length and is beautifully carved by Davidee Mannumi ("Manumi"), a highly respected Inuit Carver who worked for a large part of his life in Cape Dorset. The syllabic signature reads "Manumi". The carving dates to the last 1950's and is part of a collection owned by a Can...
Polar Bear with Seal by Inuit Carver Davidee Tiviti c1960 Rare Rock 10" Supberb!
DAVIDEE TIVITI
POLAR BEAR WITH SEAL
This superb carving of a polar bear and seal is in very good condition, signed on its base and measuring 10" x 7". The carving, on a now unavailable rock, is beautifully done and dates to c1960's. Cape Dorset.
Continental alabaster bust of a boy, depicted wearing a tam o' shanter, smiling joyously staring at his nose where a fly has landed, verso script signed Leon Meir Zourieski, and rising on a circular marble base, 20"h x 13"w, no condition concerns.
A sculpture in Terra Cotta fired and painted with a high glaze measuring 8.5 inches…….Max Kassler, American 1905–1992 was an abstract Artist known for some of the most unusual experimental work based on the human figure He was an early student of the Picasso school of painting. This work culminated his idea of abstraction in space. This is part of the collection we have at the gallery. Automatic drawing was pioneered by the English artist Austin Osman Spare who wrote a chapter, Automatic D...
Gandhara Kingdom stucco head of Buddha mounted, 3/4th Century, condition: good, left ear damaged and a few inconsequential nicks, common considering the age of this fine sculpture, size" H. 12cm x W. 8cm x D. 11cm. The idealized style is reminiscent of Greek Hellenistic sculpture which strongly influenced the Buddhist imagery of Central Asia and in particular of Gandharan artists.
Fine Stucco head of Buddha mounted on base, Gandhara Kingdom, 3rd/4th Century AD.,size: H.15cm x W. 8cm x D. 8cm.
Very rare stucco stele - cornice depicting praying thepanom angel on both sides, surrounded by flame motif. circa 17th Century, Thailand. This item has been nicely mounted on a black Museum Stand. Condition: good, some ageing due to considerable age. size: 22 x 19 cm excluding stand. Further photographs available upon request.
Contemporary jadeite carving of a fairy spirit named Liu-Hai. His right hand is holding a three legged frog called ¡°Chan¡±; a string of clouds extends from Chan¡¯s mouth. On the back of the carving is a large fan and on the top of the fan sits a lucky bat. Very interesting carving in good condition.
H: 3 ½ inches, W: 2 ¾ inches, D: 1 ¾ inches
Late 19th century alabaster statue of a lovely maiden. With her arms outstretched she studying a small bump on her finger. Probably Italian, condition is very good with some minor old dings expected with age, but most notable is a large chip on the back side of the base (see last photo). The price has been adjusted accordingly. Having a wonderful patina that only comes with time, this beauty measures about 18 inches high.
A mounted Indian stone fragment dipecting the Hindu deity Tripurasundari from southern India.
Hand carved of stone with loses.
Dimensions: 13 3/4" High x 9 1/4" wide x 5" deep
The third Great Cosmic Wisdom is known under the name of Tripura Sundari or Shrividya Tripura. The Goddess manifests, generally speaking, three fundamental aspects of the Divinity, which may be extended to the level of the whole creation.
Moreover, this grandious manifestation of the Great Cosmi...
A carved Tiki Stonework figure in the shape of those seen on Easter Island measuring 3” height by 5” deep (Quillen)
A fine 8-1/4" tall Canadian Puvirnituq Nunavik (Northern Quebec) native stone sculpture by "Eli" E-91328. Made by Eli Akiru Quissa (1914-84), this carving is dated 1966 and it depicts a hunter with a seal. This item is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor surface abrasions and scratches. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of g...
A gray soapstone carving of a seal, carrying his seal trophy, signed "Jacopee" on the bottom, the official familiar small label of "Canada Eskimo Art" remaining. The dimensions are roughly 10 1/2" by 4 1/2" by 3", and weight fully 5 pounds. These carvings sold as tourist art at mid century remain popular, and a secondary market has evolved. This work is larger than many. The artist has reduced the familiar seal to a stylized, modern form. Condition is good with no chips, I do note a foreign re...
Classical Carved stone Goddess figure Archeologist estate Piece . Nice small stone carving in a unknown stone alabaster or something similar, when handling it it sounds like your handling glass. I cant figure out the culture nearly Greek in style. Selling as is . 1.25 by 1.25 by 7.50"
This is a CHINESE SERPENTINE JADE QUAN YIN from a VIRGINIA, U.S.A. ESTATE. 6" Tall without and 7" Tall with the Pierced WOOD STAND.
Beautifully CARVED FIGURINE the hardness has been checked and this is Serpentine Jade. Ca. 1950 in EXCELLENT Condition
Height: 5.5 cm (2.2 in)
Width: 4.3 cm (1.7 in)
Depth: 0.7 cm (0.3 in)
Weight: 38 g (1.36 oz)
Chinese green jade pendant; well carved dragon to the front face; accompanied by six white jade beads; bordered reverse face; good condition
Width:4.7 cm (1.9 in)
Height: 1.6 cm (0.6 in)
Depth: 2.5 cm (1.0 in)
Weight: 43 g (1.51 oz)
Good Chinese white jade pendant; carved Foo Dog; documentation available; good condition
NICE STONE
Age unknown, Japan, approx. 22 x 16 x 2cm (8.66 x 6.29 x 0.78in)
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A gray soapstone carving of a blubbery walrus, measuring roughly 8" by 2" by 2". These carvings, which make great paperweights, sold as tourist art in northern, Arctic regions of Canada at mid century remain popular, and a secondary market has evolved. The artist has reduced the familiar animal to a stylized, modern form. Condition is good with no chips. See several other similar works in my shop.
HUMAN-FACED STONES 2pc.
Stones with such unique carving faces buried in the ground as the talisman for the ground-breaking ceremony before building house as the traditional Timor customs. Age unidentified. approx. 5 x 3.5cm (1.96 x 1.37in)
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