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398 - Architectural fragment made of sandstone. India, probably 9th–12th centuries. H 46 cm, W 20 cm. Sandstone. Architectural fragment depicting a female figure in a strongly twisted posture. Bare upper body with an exaggeratedly emphasized bust; one hand is placed on the chest. An undergarment is belted around the hips. The depiction follows the tradition of female Indian temple figures, possibly a Surasundari. The reverse side is roughly finished with distinct tool marks. On the reverse side and at the lower end, there are remnants of a later mounting or adhesive. Includes a modern hanging mechanism! Fragmentary. Surface heavily weathered and abraded; face and other details largely worn away. Chips and missing sections. Provenance: Formerly in the G.S. Collection, Munich, since before 1980.
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Architectural fragment made of sandstone. India, probably 9th–12th centuries. H 46 cm, W 20 cm. Sandstone. Architectural fragment depicting a female figure in a strongly twisted posture. Bare upper body with an exaggeratedly emphasized bust; one hand is placed on the chest. An undergarment is belted around the hips. The depiction follows the tradition of female Indian temple figures, possibly a Surasundari. The reverse side is roughly finished with distinct tool marks. On the reverse side and at the lower end, there are remnants of a later mounting or adhesive. Includes a modern hanging mechanism! Fragmentary. Surface heavily weathered and abraded; face and other details largely worn away. Chips and missing sections. Provenance: Formerly in the G.S. Collection, Munich, since before 1980.
Auction details
Auction 322: Ancient Art (Live Auction, Lots 1–407)Auction house
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