Lot
Number
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B000001 |
| Lot
Title |
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Marble Stele of Durga Mahishasuramardini |
| Date
of Origin |
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12th Century |
| Country
of Origin |
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India |
| Material
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Marble |
| Measurements |
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Height 6 3/4 in. (17.2 cm.) |
| Lot
Quantity |
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1 |
| Estimate |
: |
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| Description:
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Durga standing with her right foot resting on the back of the slain buffalo (Mashisha), holding the hair of the demon with her left hand, her lion biting the haunches of the buffalo.
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| Condition
and Additional Specification: |
Durga's lower right hand and top of spear fragmentary as evident in photo. Otherwise very good condition. Minor abrasions to surface. Staining and discoloration to marble overall.
Notes: mounted on base
Property from a Midwest Private Collection (Sotheby's New York) |
