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An exquisitely carved South Asian sandstone relief sculpture of dancing Hindu Goddess Musician (mid 18th c or later), possibly Saraswati …
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An exquisitely carved South Asian sandstone relief sculpture of dancing Hindu Goddess Musician (mid 18th c or later), possibly Saraswati or Parvati, mounted on wooden display stand. The Indian sandstone Hindu goddess musician with string instrument relief having been an architectural element mounted on wooden stand. Artist unknown.
Dimensions
approx. 24 1/2 in. H, 12 1/2 in. W, 7 1/2 in. D
Acquired at Alex Cooper Auctioneers in 2025. Provanance: Estate of Baltimore art collector.
*Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning. She is a part of the Sridevi of Saraswati, along with Lakshmi and Parvati.
Parvati is the Hindu Goddess of power, nourishment, harmony, devotion, and motherhood. She is Devi in her complete form. Along with Lakshmi and Saraswati, she forms the Tridevi.
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- Dimensions
- 12.5ʺW × 7.5ʺD × 24.5ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Sandstone
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Excellent used condition. Wear commesurate with age and use. Some minor cracks to the base area and verso, mid 20th … moreExcellent used condition. Wear commesurate with age and use. Some minor cracks to the base area and verso, mid 20th century, in overall good condition with minor discoloration, accretions, scratching, small chips and other age marks, patching material residue to the back and bottom. less
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